Crockpot Turkey

While I’m a firm believer that your Thanksgiving bird should be roasted I’ve found that crockpot turkeys are great for everyday dinners, and (my favorite) real turkey sandwiches.  Who says turkey is just for Thanksgiving?

Crockpot Turkey

1 Turkey Breast

½ cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth (or just enough to cover the bottom of the crockpot)

3 Tbs. Butter

1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt

1/4 tsp. Parsley

Pepper, to taste

1 Apple (I use Fuji)

1 small Lemon

1 Orange

1 Celery stock

Melt butter in the microwave.  Mix salt, parsley and pepper into butter.  Spread butter on turkey breast, and in between meat and skin.

Pour broth into crockpot (just enough to coat the bottom of the crockpot).

Cut apple, lemon, orange and celery into quarters.  Lay about at the bottom of the crockpot.  Place turkey atop.  Add remaining apple/lemon/orange, plus celery.  Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Tasty Tips/Finds:

• Add a little lemon/orange zest to your butter mixture.
• Place the turkey breast side down into the crockpot.
• Be sure to check your turkey around the 6 hour mark for doneness.

Here’s a little food for thought: 

 White Bread · Real Turkey · Softened Cream Cheese · Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Try it!  But first, make sure you have enough for seconds.  Excuse me while I drool.