Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast Stuffed with Wild Rice and Cranberries

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast Stuffed with Wild Rice and Cranberries
500 min.
10
307kcal

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Imagine the aroma of a perfectly cooked turkey breast wafting through your home, inviting family and friends to gather around the table. Our Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast Stuffed with Wild Rice and Cranberries is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings warmth and joy to any occasion. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is ideal for those who want to indulge in a hearty, flavorful feast without compromising on dietary needs.

With a delightful stuffing made from wholesome wild rice, sweetened dried cranberries, and crunchy slivered almonds, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. The addition of medium cooking apples adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the savory turkey. This recipe is designed to serve up to 10 people, making it perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or any special occasion where you want to impress your guests.

What’s more, the slow-cooker method ensures that the turkey remains juicy and tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time. Simply prepare the stuffing, stuff the turkey, and let your slow cooker do the magic while you enjoy your day. With a total cooking time of around 500 minutes, you can set it and forget it, making this dish as convenient as it is delicious. Treat your loved ones to a meal that’s not only satisfying but also nourishing, and create lasting memories around the dinner table.

Ingredients

  • cups rice wild cooked
  • 0.8 cup onion finely chopped (1 large)
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds 
  • cups apples peeled unpeeled coarsely chopped
  • lb turkey breast whole boneless frozen thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix all ingredients except turkey.
  2. Cut turkey into slices at 1-inch intervals about three-fourths of the way through, forming deep pockets.
  3. In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, place turkey. Stuff pockets with wild rice mixture.
  4. Place remaining rice mixture around edge of slow cooker.
  5. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until juice of turkey is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Thermometer inserted in center of stuffing should read 165°F.

Nutrition Facts

Calories307kcal
Protein54.27%
Fat14.74%
Carbs30.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.9
Glycemic Load
1.19
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
20.873043531957%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.52mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.37mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
1.9mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
3.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:306.82kcal
15.34%
Fat:5.15g
7.93%
Saturated Fat:0.71g
4.44%
Carbohydrates:24.37g
8.12%
Net Carbohydrates:21.61g
7.86%
Sugar:8.23g
9.15%
Cholesterol:97.98mg
32.66%
Sodium:376.8mg
16.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.67g
85.34%
Vitamin B3:19.05mg
95.25%
Vitamin B6:1.53mg
76.33%
Selenium:41.96µg
59.94%
Phosphorus:506.01mg
50.6%
Zinc:3.39mg
22.58%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.92%
Magnesium:78.76mg
19.69%
Vitamin B12:1.14µg
19.05%
Potassium:578.96mg
16.54%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.01%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.67%
Copper:0.23mg
11.3%
Fiber:2.76g
11.02%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.08%
Iron:1.59mg
8.81%
Folate:34.37µg
8.59%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.46%
Calcium:41.86mg
4.19%
Vitamin C:2.05mg
2.48%
Vitamin K:1.39µg
1.32%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.21%
Vitamin A:52.03IU
1.04%