Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Cranberry-Onion Gravy

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Cranberry-Onion Gravy
445 min.
8
337kcal

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Looking for a delicious and hassle-free way to impress your family or guests at your next gathering? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Cranberry-Onion Gravy! This mouthwatering dish is not only dairy-free but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family dinner or a festive holiday feast.

The star of the show is a succulent 4-pound turkey breast, which becomes incredibly tender and juicy as it slowly cooks in the comforting embrace of a rich cranberry-onion gravy. The combination of jellied cranberry sauce and onion soup mix creates a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, the ease of preparation means you can set it and forget it, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your loved ones.

With a total cooking time of just over seven hours, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you want to come home to a warm, hearty meal. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as it becomes the centerpiece of your dining table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Cranberry-Onion Gravy is sure to become a beloved staple in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • lb turkey breast fresh whole thawed ()
  • 15 oz roasted cranberry sauce canned
  • oz onion soup mix 
  • tablespoon mustard yellow prepared
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • tablespoons cornstarch 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • kitchen thermometer
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Remove and discard skin from turkey breast; place turkey in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In small bowl, mix cranberry sauce, soup mix, mustard and salt until well blended; pour over turkey.
  3. Cover; cook on Low setting 6 to 7 hours or until meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of turkey breast reads 170°F.
  4. About 15 minutes before serving, remove turkey from slow cooker; place on cutting board and cover to keep warm.
  5. Place fine strainer over 3-quart saucepan. Carefully pour cooking juices from slow cooker through strainer into saucepan.
  6. In small bowl, blend water and cornstarch until smooth; stir into strained liquid in saucepan.
  7. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly; boil 1 minute.
  8. Cut turkey into slices; arrange on serving platter. Spoon about 1/2 cup gravy over turkey.
  9. Serve with remaining gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories337kcal
Protein58.37%
Fat10.37%
Carbs31.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
20.90826062275%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
1.44mg
Quercetin
1.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:336.54kcal
16.83%
Fat:3.92g
6.03%
Saturated Fat:0.67g
4.17%
Carbohydrates:26.62g
8.87%
Net Carbohydrates:25.69g
9.34%
Sugar:17.21g
19.12%
Cholesterol:122.47mg
40.82%
Sodium:921.06mg
40.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.68g
99.37%
Vitamin B3:22.62mg
113.12%
Vitamin B6:1.79mg
89.35%
Selenium:52.59µg
75.13%
Phosphorus:547.26mg
54.73%
Vitamin B12:1.43µg
23.81%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.64%
Zinc:3.02mg
20.13%
Vitamin B5:1.79mg
17.94%
Potassium:592.21mg
16.92%
Magnesium:60.96mg
15.24%
Iron:1.53mg
8.51%
Copper:0.15mg
7.42%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.42%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.28%
Folate:16.54µg
4.13%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.06%
Calcium:39.97mg
4%
Fiber:0.93g
3.7%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Vitamin A:69.55IU
1.39%