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Slow Cooker Amish Maple Turkey Breast

A tender, juicy slow cooked turkey breast glazed with an Amish-inspired maple butter sauce for a sweet-savory, comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Amish
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Turkey
  • 3-4 lb boneless turkey breast
Maple Glaze
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat turkey breast dry and place in slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together maple syrup, melted butter, broth, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the turkey breast.
  4. Cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3.5 hours until turkey reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Optional: broil the finished turkey breast for 3–4 minutes for a caramelized top.
  6. Let rest 10 minutes, slice, and serve with pan juices.

Notes

For extra sweetness, add 1 tablespoon brown sugar to the glaze.