Best 6 Easy Slow Cooked Pulled Turkey Recipes

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Seeking a delectable and hassle-free meal that tantalizes taste buds? Look no further than our succulent slow-cooked pulled turkey. This culinary delight offers a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will elevate any occasion.

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our classic pulled turkey recipe, featuring a blend of aromatic herbs and spices that infuse every bite with irresistible savoriness. For a tangy twist, try our Carolina-style pulled turkey, where a vibrant vinegar-based sauce transforms the turkey into a lip-smacking sensation. If you prefer a smoky and spicy kick, our chipotle-BBQ pulled turkey will ignite your taste buds with its bold and smoky flavors.

For those with a penchant for international cuisine, our Asian-inspired pulled turkey is a must-try. This recipe incorporates an array of Asian spices and a luscious hoisin-based sauce, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. And for a lighter and healthier option, our Greek-style pulled turkey is a refreshing delight, marinated in a zesty blend of lemon, oregano, and garlic, then slow-cooked to perfection.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the process, ensuring a tender, juicy, and flavorful pulled turkey every time. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will lead you to culinary success. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and prepare to embark on a taste adventure with our exceptional pulled turkey recipes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER SHREDDED TURKEY SANDWICHES



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This easy and simple slow-cooked sandwich gets its flavor from bottled beer and onion soup mix. In total, it only takes five ingredients to make the recipe! -Jacki Knuth, Owatonna, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h15m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 boneless skinless turkey breast halves (2 to 3 pounds each)
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or nonalcoholic beer
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 envelope onion soup mix
24 French rolls, split

Steps:

  • Place turkey in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the beer, butter and soup mix; pour over meat. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat is tender., Shred meat and return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SLOW COOKED PULLED TURKEY



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Provided by enaraparra

Categories     Meat     Slow Cooker

Time 6h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

600 g turkey thigh
1/2 onion
1 garlic clove
1 tomato (or 2 TBS tomato sauce)
2 pitted dates
50 ml white wine (or beer)
2 TBS apple vinegar
1 tsp sweet paprika powder
1 tsp spicy paprika powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1 tsp oregano

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients to make the marinade in a blender and blend until combined.
  • Place the turkey thigh on the slow cooker. Rub over the turkey with the marinade. Cover and cook in Low for 6 hours.
  • Remove the turkey from the slow cooker and shred the meat.Mix the meat with the sauce in the slow cooker.
  • Serve turkey meat on Mexican or Asian style tacos.

Nutrition Facts :

SLOW-COOKER PULLED TURKEY SANDWICHES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings plus leftovers (8 cups pulled turkey)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small red onion, chopped
4 turkey thighs (about 4 pounds)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Serving suggestions: seeded hamburger buns, pickle slices, prepared coleslaw

Steps:

  • Spread the onions in the bottom of a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Rub the turkey thighs with the chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and place over the onions. Stir together the ketchup, sugar and mustard and pour over the turkey. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The turkey should be very tender with the meat falling off the bones.
  • Uncover and stir. Let cool for 10 minutes. Using two forks, shred the turkey meat, discarding the bones. Stir in the vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve on hamburger buns with pickles and/or coleslaw if desired.

SLOW COOKER TURKEY BREAST



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Quick and easy way to cook turkey in the slow cooker. With only two ingredients, the only hard part is waiting.

Provided by ms_sally

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Breasts

Time 8h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (6 pound) bone-in turkey breast
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Rinse the turkey breast and pat dry. Cut off any excess skin, but leave the skin covering the breast. Rub onion soup mix all over outside of the turkey and under the skin. Place in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on High for 1 hour, then set to Low, and cook for 7 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 164 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 59.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 308.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CROCK POT SHREDDED TURKEY



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This EASY shredded turkey recipe is great on good quality, buttery sandwich rolls. I know, it sounds weird, but trust me, its wonderful! Just an FYI - it makes a lot and freezes perfectly!

Provided by SweetJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8h5m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) can light beer
1/2 cup butter
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package Lipton Onion Soup Mix
10 lbs frozen whole turkey breast, thawed
roll

Steps:

  • Pour beer into a large crock pot.
  • Add butter and onion soup mix. Stir to incorporate soup mix into the beer.
  • Place turkey breast into crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or overnight.
  • After cooked, separate meat from the bone and discard bone. (Do not discard liquid!).
  • Using two forks, shred the meat.
  • Serve warm on sandwich rolls.

SLOW-COOKED TURKEY SANDWICHES



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These sandwiches have been such a hit at office potlucks that I keep copies of the recipe in my desk to hand out. -Diane Twait Nelsen, Ringsted, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h15m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups cubed cooked turkey
2 cups cubed process cheese (Velveeta)
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
18 wheat sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Cover and cook on low until vegetables are tender and cheese is melted, 3-4 hours. Stir mixture; spoon 1/2 cup onto each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose a turkey breast that is about 3-4 pounds, or a whole turkey that is about 10-12 pounds.
  • If you are using a whole turkey, remove the giblets and neck from the cavity and pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  • Season the turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Place the turkey in a slow cooker and add 1 cup of chicken broth or water.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook the turkey on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours.
  • Once the turkey is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before shredding it.
  • Shred the turkey with two forks or a meat shredder.
  • Serve the pulled turkey on buns or rolls with your favorite toppings, such as barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickles.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked pulled turkey is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas, or it can be made with a fresh turkey breast or whole turkey. Pulled turkey is also a versatile dish that can be served on buns or rolls, in tacos, or even as a salad topping. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, slow-cooked pulled turkey is a surefire hit that everyone will enjoy.

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