Thanksgiving Turkey in a Crock Pot with Sage and Bacon

Transform your Thanksgiving feast with this irresistible **Thanksgiving Turkey in a Crock Pot with Sage and Bacon** recipe—an effortless, stress-free way to achieve moist, flavorful turkey without oven space juggling. This dish combines the rich, savory depth of butter, garlic, and fresh sage with the smoky goodness of bacon, all slow-cooked to perfection on a bed of aromatic vegetables for maximum flavor. Wrapping the turkey breast in bacon not only locks in moisture but also creates a stunning display that’s sure to impress your holiday guests. The slow cooking process ensures tender, juicy meat, while the option to broil at the end gives the bacon a satisfying crispness. Pair the succulent turkey slices with the tender veggies and a drizzle of the crock pot juices for a complete, crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving centerpiece. Perfect for busy hosts, this recipe is packed with flavor and simplicity, making it a standout choice for your holiday menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 lbs Turkey breast (bone-in or boneless)
• 6 slices Bacon
• 10 leaves Fresh sage leaves
• 4 tbsp Butter, softened
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Chicken or turkey broth
• 1 medium Onion, sliced
• 2 Carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
• 2 Celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Pat the turkey breast dry using paper towels. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to form a compound butter.

Step 2

Carefully loosen the skin of the turkey breast without tearing it, and spread half of the compound butter underneath the skin. Spread the remaining butter all over the surface of the turkey breast.

Step 3

Place the sliced onion, carrots, celery, and broth into the bottom of the crock pot to create a flavorful base for the turkey while it cooks.

Step 4

Lay the fresh sage leaves directly on the turkey breast, pressing them onto the skin lightly.

Step 5

Wrap the turkey breast with the bacon slices, layering them slightly to cover the surface completely.

Step 6

Place the prepared turkey breast on top of the vegetables in the crock pot. Drizzle olive oil over the bacon-wrapped turkey for added crispness.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the turkey’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Once fully cooked, carefully remove the turkey from the crock pot and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Optional: For extra crispy bacon, transfer the turkey to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes while keeping a close watch to avoid burning.

Step 10

Serve the turkey slices alongside the cooked vegetables, and drizzle some of the crock pot juices over the top for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2744.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3425.2

Total Fat 132.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 1441.6mg	0%
Sodium 5299.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 570.4g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 452.6mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 7364.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.6%

Protein: 62.3%

Carbs: 5.1%