Crock Pot Pulled Turkey

Crock Pot Pulled Turkey

This Crock Pot Pulled Turkey is a juicy and tender recipe, which uses turkey breast and onion soup mix for savory flavor. It’s a no-fuss meal perfect for sandwiches, ready in about 4 hours and 5 minutes.

Crock Pot Pulled Turkey Ingredients

  • 2 turkey breasts (~5 pounds of turkey meat)
  • 24 oz beer (or substitute low-sodium chicken broth)
  • 1 stick butter
  • 2 packets onion soup mix
  • 16 buns, for serving

How To Make Crock Pot Pulled Turkey

  1. Add ingredients to slow cooker: Place turkey breasts, beer (or broth), butter, and onion soup mix into a slow cooker.
  2. Cook until tender: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, until turkey shreds easily with a fork.
  3. Shred the turkey: Remove turkey from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  4. Serve on buns: Place shredded turkey on sandwich buns and spoon juices over for extra flavor.
Crock Pot Pulled Turkey
Crock Pot Pulled Turkey

Recipe Tips

  • Can I make this ahead of time?
    Yes, shredded turkey reheats well and tastes even better the next day.
  • Best liquid to use:
    Beer adds depth, but chicken broth works for a milder flavor.
  • Can I use leftover turkey?
    Yes, reduce cooking time to 1–2 hours to heat through and absorb flavor.
  • How to keep it moist:
    Reserve some cooking liquid and mix it into the shredded meat before serving.

What To Serve With Pulled Turkey

Pulled turkey sandwiches go great with:

  • Coleslaw or potato salad
  • Sweet potato fries or chips
  • Baked beans
  • Pickles or dill relish

How To Store Pulled Turkey

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Place cooled shredded turkey in freezer bags for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Pulled Turkey Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 335
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 67mg
  • Sodium: 555mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 4g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use turkey thighs instead of breasts?
Yes, turkey thighs add more flavor and stay juicy during slow cooking.

Can I turn this into BBQ pulled turkey?
Absolutely—mix in BBQ sauce after shredding for a smoky variation.

Can I cook this without alcohol?
Yes, just use chicken broth or even apple juice for a sweeter twist.

How do I prevent dry shredded turkey?
Keep it in the cooking liquid on warm until serving to retain moisture.

Try More Recipes:

Crock Pot Pulled Turkey

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

16

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

4

hours 
Calories

335

kcal

Tender pulled turkey slow-cooked with beer and onion soup mix, perfect for sandwiches or sliders.

Ingredients

  • 2 turkey breasts (~5 pounds)

  • 24 oz beer (or chicken broth)

  • 1 stick butter

  • 2 packets onion soup mix

  • 16 buns for serving

Directions

  • Place turkey, beer, butter, and onion soup mix in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 8 hours) until tender.
  • Shred turkey with two forks.
  • Serve on sandwich buns with juices spooned over.