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Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Turkey Breast

Slow cooker maple Dijon turkey breast cooks until tender in a sweet-tangy sauce made with pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Thicken the savory cooking liquid on the stovetop and serve it over slices of turkey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Resting 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the turkey
  • 1 turkey breast 3- to 4-pound, boneless, skinless, thawed
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
For the maple Dijon sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup pure
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp thyme dried
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water cold

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Cook the turkey
  1. Place the turkey breast in a 6-quart slow cooker and season it all over with the salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk the broth, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, vinegar, garlic, and thyme in a bowl.
  3. Pour the mixture over the turkey.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, until the thickest part of the turkey reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer; do not start with frozen turkey.
  5. Transfer the turkey to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 10 minutes.
Thicken the sauce
  1. Strain the cooking liquid into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Stir the cornstarch and cold water together until smooth.
  3. Whisk the slurry into the boiling liquid and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, whisking, until the sauce thickens.
  4. Slice the turkey and serve it with the sauce.

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to check the thickest part of the turkey and avoid overcooking. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. For a gluten-free version, check that the broth and Dijon mustard are labeled gluten-free.