Slow Cooker Turkey Breast (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Turkey

01 - 6 to 7 pound bone-in turkey breast with skin
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons fine sea salt, to taste
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For the Slow Cooker

07 - 2 oranges, quartered (or 1 orange and 1 lemon)
08 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
09 - 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
10 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or stock (apple cider works too)

# Instructions:

01 - Take the turkey breast out of any packaging and pat it completely dry with paper towels. This helps the seasonings stick better.
02 - Put the quartered oranges and whole sprigs of thyme and rosemary in the bottom of your slow cooker. These will add amazing flavor and keep the turkey off the bottom of the pot.
03 - Drizzle the olive oil over the turkey breast. Sprinkle the chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper all over the top. Use your hands to rub the seasonings into the skin, making sure it's evenly coated.
04 - Place the seasoned turkey breast into the slow cooker on top of the oranges and herbs. Pour the chicken broth around the sides of the turkey. Put the lid on and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees when you check it with an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part.
05 - When the turkey is done, carefully take it out of the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Tent it loosely with foil and let it rest for 20 minutes. This keeps all the juices inside.
06 - If you want crispy, golden skin, remove the turkey breasts from the bone and place them under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes until the skin turns golden brown. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn. Then tent with foil again.
07 - Slice the turkey breast and serve it warm with your favorite sides.

# Notes:

01 - The turkey is done when it reaches 165 degrees in the thickest part of the breast.
02 - Browning the skin under the broiler is optional but gives you that golden, crispy exterior.
03 - Leftover turkey stays fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days and makes great sandwiches.
04 - You can use the drippings from the slow cooker to make gravy if you like.

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