Best 3 Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes
**Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. And what could be more delicious than a slow-cooked turkey? This cooking method results in a moist, flavorful bird that is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it's incredibly easy to do. Simply season your turkey, place it in your slow cooker, and let it cook on low for 8-10 hours. While the turkey is cooking, you can relax and enjoy your day. You can preparing delicious side dishes, including stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. By the time the turkey is finished cooking, your house will be filled with the wonderful aromas of Thanksgiving dinner.**
**This article provides three different recipes for slow-cooker turkey, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste. The first recipe is for a classic slow-cooker turkey with all the traditional Thanksgiving fixings. The second recipe is for a turkey with a flavorful herb rub. And the third recipe is for a turkey with a sweet and tangy glaze. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to end up with a delicious and memorable Thanksgiving meal.**
SLOW COOKER THANKSGIVING TURKEY
Throw this together before work in your slow cooker, and come home to the smells of Thanksgiving! This could not be any easier. Just whip up a few side dishes and you're set!
Provided by Eating Indy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Breasts
Time 8h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook until evenly brown. Drain and crumble.
- Spray a slow cooker with cooking spray. Place turkey in the slow cooker. Season with garlic pepper. In a bowl, mix the bacon, gravy, flour, Worcestershire sauce, and sage. Pour over turkey in the slow cooker.
- Cover slow cooker, and cook turkey 8 hours on Low.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 138.8 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 54.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 379.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
SLOW-COOKER PULLED TURKEY
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 8h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika and pepper until well combined. Put the onions in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker with the garlic cloves.
- Slowly work your fingers under the skin of the turkey breast to separate the skin from the breast, being careful not to tear the skin. Rub the butter under the skin, covering the entire breast as evenly as possible, then rub the outside of the skin with the garlic powder mixture.
- Place the turkey breast on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker and set the slow cooker to low. Cook until the meat is falling apart, 6 to 8 hours depending on the size of the breast.
- Remove the turkey and any bones from the slow cooker. Pull the meat off of the bone and place the turkey back into the juices left in the slow cooker. Using 2 forks, shred the meat in the juices and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
SLOW-COOKER TURKEY BREAST
Try this wonderfully flavored, easy-to-fix slow-cooker turkey breast when you're craving something delicious. It makes a great holiday dish for smaller families, too. -Maria Juco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h10m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brush turkey with oil. Combine the garlic, seasoned salt, paprika, Italian seasoning and pepper; rub over turkey. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker; add water. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until tender. Lemon-Garlic Turkey Breast: Combine 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, 8 minced garlic cloves, 4 teaspoons grated lemon zest, 2 teaspoons salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; rub over turkey breast. Add water and cook as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Thaw the turkey completely before cooking. This will ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Use a slow cooker that is large enough to accommodate the turkey. A 6-quart slow cooker is ideal for a 12-pound turkey.
- Season the turkey liberally with salt and pepper. You can also add your favorite herbs and spices.
- Place the turkey breast-side up in the slow cooker. Add 1 cup of water or broth to the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cook the turkey on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours. Check the turkey's internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure that it has reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the turkey rest for 15-20 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the turkey.
Conclusion:
Cooking a turkey in a slow cooker is a great way to save time and energy on Thanksgiving Day. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a delicious and perfectly cooked turkey that your family and friends will love. So next time you're planning your Thanksgiving feast, consider using a slow cooker to make your turkey.
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