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.

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 No-Bean Turkey Chili
• Crock Pot Leftover Turkey Stew
• Crock Pot Leftover Turkey Soup

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.