Crockpot Spiced Turkey Breast and Couscous
Crockpot Spiced Turkey Breast and Couscous is a delightful dish that combines juicy turkey breast with tender couscous, infused with aromatic spices for a warm, comforting meal. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors effortlessly. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you can create a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs boneless turkey breast
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the turkey breast for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place the seared turkey in the crockpot and add chopped vegetables, couscous, chicken broth, spices, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the turkey is tender.
- Shred the turkey in the pot and stir in uncooked couscous during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with juices from the pot and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap couscous for quinoa or rice according to your preference. You may also add seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrition and color.