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Crock Pot Frozen Turkey Breast with Homemade Gravy Recipe

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This easy Crock Pot Frozen Turkey Breast recipe allows you to cook a juicy, flavorful turkey breast directly from frozen. With simple ingredients like butter, wine, and turkey broth, the slow cooker creates a tender and delicious meal perfect for busy days or family dinners without the hassle of thawing.

Ingredients

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Turkey Breast

  • 3 lb frozen boneless turkey breast

Gravy

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 1/4 cup turkey broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 tsp Herbs de Provence
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Turkey Breast: Remove the outer plastic wrapping from the frozen turkey breast and discard it. Throw away the gravy packet that may come with the turkey.
  2. Place in Crock-Pot: Put the frozen turkey breast into the insert of your Crock-Pot. There may be twine wrapped around the breast to hold it together; this will be cut away after cooking.
  3. Melt Butter: In a microwave-safe measuring cup or small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave.
  4. Add Flour and Cook: Stir in the all-purpose flour with the melted butter and microwave for one minute, then whisk it well to combine and form a roux.
  5. Incorporate Wine: Whisk the dry white wine into the butter-flour mixture and microwave for an additional minute. The mixture will bubble and thicken.
  6. Add Broth and Seasonings: Whisk in the turkey broth along with salt, poultry seasoning, Herbs de Provence, and black pepper. Pour this gravy mixture over the turkey breast in the Crock-Pot.
  7. Cook Low and Slow: Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours, allowing the turkey to slowly thaw and cook through while infusing it with the gravy flavors.
  8. Check Temperature: Use an instant-read digital meat thermometer to check that the turkey breast reaches a safe internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
  9. Remove and Trim: Carefully take the turkey breast out to a cutting board. Use kitchen shears to gently cut away the twine and discard any visible fat.
  10. Strain Gravy: Strain the cooking gravy and discard any fat floating on top for a cleaner sauce.
  11. Slice and Return: Slice the juicy turkey breast and return the meat to the gravy in the slow cooker.
  12. Reheat and Serve: Continue cooking on LOW until the turkey and gravy are heated through and ready to serve.

Notes

  • Make sure the turkey breast is fully frozen before placing it in the Crock-Pot to ensure safe, even cooking.
  • Using an instant-read thermometer is crucial to confirm the turkey has reached a safe internal temperature.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken broth if turkey broth is unavailable.
  • You can omit the wine if preferred; substitute with additional broth for a non-alcoholic version.
  • Twine removal is easier after cooking as the turkey breast will be tender.
  • Straining the gravy helps remove any excess fat and improves the sauce’s texture and flavor.

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