Low Fat Pulled Turkey
Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, this Low Fat Pulled Turkey recipe combines lean boneless turkey breast with a flavorful medley of spices and a tangy, smoky sauce cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. Infused with garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and a hint of honey, this dish strikes the ideal balance of savory and sweet, while keeping the calories in check. The turkey becomes irresistibly tender after slow cooking in a blend of low-sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and tomato paste, ready to be shredded into juicy perfection. Ideal for meal prep or casual gatherings, serve it on whole wheat buns, over salads, or wrapped in crisp lettuce for a heart-healthy meal loaded with protein. This easy and wholesome recipe is perfect for anyone looking for low-fat, high-flavor comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless turkey breast
- 2 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, mix the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Rub this spice mixture evenly over the turkey breast.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the bottom of a slow cooker.
Place the seasoned turkey breast on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, honey, and tomato paste. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Pour the liquid mixture over the turkey breast in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 4 hours.
After 4 hours, check if the turkey breast is tender. It should easily shred with forks. If not, cook for an additional 30 minutes and check again.
Once tender, remove the turkey breast from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board.
Use two forks to gently pull apart and shred the turkey.
Return the shredded turkey to the slow cooker, stir to combine with the juices, and let it soak for an additional 10-15 minutes on warm setting.
Serve the low fat pulled turkey on whole wheat buns, in lettuce wraps, or on a salad for a delicious and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 635 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2590 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 281.9 g | 564% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 4027 mg | 86% | |
*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.
