Butter & Herb Turkey

  Chicken & Turkey

My kids love a turkey meal, and this one falls off the bone. It's the ideal recipe for special family times and holidays.

Butter & Herb Turkey

Average Rating: 4.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 hours
YIELD: 12 servings (3 cups gravy).

Ingredients

  • 1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  • 1. Rub turkey with butter. Combine the rosemary, thyme, garlic powder and pepper; sprinkle over turkey. Place in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour broth over top. Cover and cook on low until tender, 5-6 hours.
  • 2. Remove turkey to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with turkey.

Nutrition Facts

5 ounces cooked turkey with 1/4 gravy: 339 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 266mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 48g protein.

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