Crock Pot Turkey Verde
Transform weeknight dinners with this irresistibly flavorful Crock Pot Turkey Verde, a tender and juicy slow-cooked turkey breast smothered in zesty salsa verde. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe combines aromatic garlic, smoky cumin, and a hint of chili powder for a robust, Mexican-inspired dish. A quick pan sear adds depth of flavor, while the slow cooker does the rest, ensuring perfectly shred-able turkey every time. Fresh cilantro, a splash of lime juice, and optional jalapeño slices bring vibrant, fresh notes to this mouthwatering meal. Serve it over rice, stuffed in tacos, or alongside tortilla chips for a versatile and crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as effortless as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Turkey breast
- 16 ounces Salsa verde
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 unit Optional: Fresh jalapeño, sliced
Instructions
Prepare the turkey by patting it dry with paper towels and seasoning it evenly with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey breast for 2-3 minutes on each side to create a golden crust. This step adds extra flavor but is optional.
Place the seared turkey breast into the Crock Pot.
Pour the salsa verde over the turkey, ensuring it is fully covered.
Mince the garlic cloves and sprinkle them over the turkey. Add the lime juice and optional sliced jalapeño for extra heat.
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or until the turkey shreds easily with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the turkey breast from the Crock Pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded turkey to the slow cooker and stir it into the salsa verde sauce to coat evenly.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the turkey mixture.
Serve the Crock Pot Turkey Verde over rice, in tacos, or with tortilla chips. Top with additional cilantro, lime wedges, or your favorite toppings like avocado or sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 8602 mg | 374% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 267.4 g | 535% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3390 mg | 72% | |
*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.
