Garlic Herb Butter SLOW COOKER Turkey Breast is what I reach for when I want “wow” flavor but zero stress. Let’s face it—a whole turkey’s great, but wrangling that giant bird, especially for just a few people?
No thank you. Plus, who feels like turning on the oven for hours? I needed something easy, juicy, with a golden finish (oh, and it had to be foolproof). Friends, this slow cooker fix is the answer, especially if you’re tired of dry meat and oven chaos. This is for anyone who wants to impress without sweat.
Why Garlic Herb Butter SLOW COOKER Turkey Breast is a Winner
So, let’s get honest. The first turkey I cooked in college tasted like shoe leather. I’m serious—so, so bad. Then I stumbled into “set-and-forget” recipes. Turns out, Garlic Herb Butter SLOW COOKER Turkey Breast delivers all that classic, buttery goodness you want. The slow cooker locks in moisture (I mean, who’s got time for dry turkey?). And don’t get me started on the herby garlic butter. It seeps in everywhere. One bite and you’ll see why this is way better than sweating over a roasting pan.
And you know what? You get luscious, sliceable turkey every single time. No burned bits. No undercooked centers. And, it honestly feels a bit like cheating your way into a five-star restaurant meal. Even my picky aunt said, “Best turkey ever, hands down!” which, if you know her, means something.
Garlic Herb Butter Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
Ingredients You’ll Want
Let’s keep it real simple, but tasty. The stars are the garlic herb butter and, of course, the turkey breast. Here’s what you’ll need:
- One boneless turkey breast (about 3 to 5 pounds)
- Half cup (that’s one stick) of unsalted butter, softened
- 5 cloves garlic, minced (or more, like, live your best life)
- Tablespoon each of fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley, chopped
- One teaspoon salt (maybe a little extra)
- Half a teaspoon black pepper
- A squeeze of lemon (totally optional, but worth it)
- Little chicken broth, just for good measure
You can swap in dried herbs if that’s what you have, but fresh makes this wowza-good.
Garlic Herb Butter Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
An Easy Prep That Saves Your Sanity
Let’s talk real life: I never want to clean 30 bowls after cooking. Winning recipe here because the butter mixture comes together in minutes. Just mash the butter with the herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Easy enough.
Pat that turkey dry (trust me, do this for crispier skin). Smoosh the garlic herb butter all over, under the skin if you can, because more is more. Plop the turkey in your slow cooker. Pour a little broth down the side so you don’t wash away the butter. Set it, forget it, wander off to binge your show. Seriously.
Craving that golden skin? Pop the finished turkey breast under your broiler for three-ish minutes at the end. Ta da, crispy top! (Just keep an eye out—you don’t want all that hard work to go up in smoke.)
Garlic Herb Butter Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
Serving Suggestions
To make a legit meal that feels like a celebration, even on a random Wednesday, try these sides with Garlic Herb Butter SLOW COOKER Turkey Breast:
- Spoon some of the buttery cooking juices over the turkey slices (trust, it’s dreamy).
- Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and bright green beans, real classic.
- Add cranberry sauce for a holiday pop—even in June.
If you’re going low-carb, roasted veggies or a simple salad totally work, too.
Garlic Herb Butter Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
Can You Make It Ahead? Heck Yes
You know what saves my holiday sanity? Prepping anything ahead. Here’s the thing: You can totally assemble this the night before. Rub on the butter, wrap it, chill it in the fridge right in the slow cooker insert if you can fit it. Take it out about thirty minutes before slow cooking, so you don’t crack the pot from the cold (ask me how I know). This frees you up for more interesting things, like sleeping in or chasing toddlers.
“I never thought turkey breast could be this juicy at home! We loved how easy it was and the garlic butter made it feel so special. Will do again, even when it’s not a holiday.”
So don’t let turkey anxiety get you—this is your “wow them with almost no effort” recipe. Seriously, just a few fresh herbs and a slow cooker fooled everyone at my last family dinner. Give Garlic Herb Butter SLOW COOKER Turkey Breast a shot, and you’ll see what all the fuss is about.
Garlic Herb Butter Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A stress-free, flavorful turkey breast recipe made in a slow cooker, perfect for impressing guests with juicy meat and a buttery garlic herb coating.
Ingredients
- One boneless turkey breast (about 3 to 5 pounds)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Squeeze of lemon (optional)
- Chicken broth, as needed
Instructions
- Mash the softened butter with minced garlic, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pat the turkey breast dry and rub the garlic herb butter all over the turkey, including under the skin.
- Place the turkey breast in the slow cooker and pour a little chicken broth around the sides to avoid washing away the butter.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the turkey is cooked through and tender.
- For crispy skin, broil the finished turkey breast for about 3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Notes
Can be prepped the night before; assemble and refrigerate in the slow cooker insert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg