Turkey Breast and Gravy Recipe

Name: Turkey Breast and Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 onion, chopped medium; 1 carrot, peeled and chopped medium; 1 celery rib, chopped medium; 6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 cup water; ½ cup dry white wine; 2 fresh thyme sprigs; 2 bay leaves; 1 (6 -7 lb) whole bone-in skin-on turkey breast, trimmed; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped medium
1 carrot, peeled and chopped medium
1 celery rib, chopped medium
6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
½ cup dry white wine
2 fresh thyme sprigs
2 bay leaves
1 (6 -7 lb) whole bone-in skin-on turkey breast, trimmed
salt
pepper

1
Melt the butter in a large skillet over med-high heat.
2
Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; cook until onion is softened and lightly browned, 8-10 minutes.
3
Stir in flour and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
4
Stir in 1 cup broth, scraping up any browned bits and smoothing out any lumps; transfer to slow cooker.
5
Stir remaining cup of broth, water, wine, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves into slow cooker.
6
Season turkey with salt and pepper and place, skin side up, into slow cooker.
7
Cover and cook until turkey reaches 165 degrees on instant-read thermometer, 5-7 hours.
8
Transfer turkey to cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes.
9
Let braising liquid settle for 5 minutes, then remove fat from surface using large spoon.
10
Strain braising liquid into saucepan, discarding solids, and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Carve turkey and serve with gravy.

655

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 onion, chopped medium, 1 carrot, peeled and chopped medium, 1 celery rib, chopped medium, and more.

Yes, Turkey Breast and Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Turkey Breast and Gravy

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