Italian Turkey Sandwiches

Lunch

I hope you enjoy these tasty turkey sandwiches as much as our family does. The recipe makes plenty, so it's great for potlucks. Plus, the leftovers are just as good.

Average Rating: 4.705882

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 hours
YIELD: 12 sandwiches.

Ingredients

1 bone-in turkey breast (6 pounds), skin removed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chili sauce
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons dried oregano or Italian seasoning
4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
12 kaiser or hard rolls, split

Instructions

1. Place turkey breast in a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Add onion and green pepper.
2. Combine the chili sauce, vinegar, oregano and bouillon; pour over turkey and vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until turkey is tender.
3. Shred turkey with 2 forks and return to the slow cooker; heat through. Spoon 1/2 cup onto each roll.
Freeze option:
Place cooled meat and its juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

1 sandwich: 374 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 724mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 49g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
6 lean meat, 2 starch.