Crockpot Turkey Cutlets With Stuffing Recipe

By
Stephanie Gallagher
Stephanie Gallagher
Stephanie Gallagher is a journalist and food writer who has authored multiple cookbooks.
Learn about The Spruce Eats' Editorial Process
Updated on 11/15/22
Crockpot turkey cutlet recipe with stuffing

The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 6 hrs
Total: 6 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings

This easy crock pot turkey recipe is sure to become one of your favorites. It's like a mini Thanksgiving meal in one. So easy and simple to make, all of the ingredients get thrown into the crock pot for a delicious turkey dinner. The stuffing goes into the crock pot first, followed by the turkey cutlets, and finally apple pie filling for a layer of sweetness. 

There's no need to wait for Thanksgiving to make turkey, this dish is perfect year-round, especially for those cool fall and winter evenings. Whip up some of your favorite side dishes, including green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, or mashed potatoes, to go with this turkey and stuffing meal.

Ingredients

  • 3 stalks celery, diced

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 6 cups stuffing cubes

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

  • 1 1/2 pounds turkey cutlets

  • Kosher salt, to taste

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 1 (20-ounce) can apple pie filling, optional

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Ingredients for crockpot turkey cutlets recipe
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  2. Spray the inside of the slow cooker stoneware with cooking spray.

    Spray inside of slow cooker
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  3. Place celery, onion, stuffing cubes, chicken broth, and poultry seasoning in the crock pot and stir to combine.

    Place stuffing ingredients in crockpot
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  4. Lay turkey cutlets on top of the stuffing mixture in a single layer.

    Lay turkey cutlets on top
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  5. Season with salt and pepper. Pour apple pie filling on top, if using.

    Apple
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  6. Cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours or high 3 to 4 hours.

    Cover and cook
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

  7. Serve and enjoy.

    Serve and enjoy
    The Spruce Eats / Katarina Zunic

Tips

  • Check the turkey cutlet with an instant-read thermometer; it should reach an internal temperature of 165 F when it's done.
  • Use up your stale or day-old bread to make the stuffing cubes.
  • If the dressing gets soggy, or you prefer crisper stuffing, remove it from the crock pot and spread in a shallow greased pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in a 400 F oven, or until brown and crusty. 

Recipe Variations

  • To change things up, consider stirring some dried cranberries into the apple pie filling.
  • If you don't have turkey, you can use chicken cutlets instead.

How to Store and Freeze

You should always pack and store any turkey leftovers within two hours. To allow the leftovers to cool quickly, place them in a shallow container or on a plate.

  • Leftover turkey and stuffing can be put in an airtight container or bag and placed in the refrigerator where it will keep for three to four days.
  • You can also freeze it in freezer-safe containers or bags for up to one month.

What are turkey cutlets?

Turkey cutlets are simply thin slices of boneless turkey breast. They can be found in most grocery stores.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
860 Calories
40g Fat
61g Carbs
61g Protein
×
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories 860
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 40g 51%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 139mg 46%
Sodium 2171mg 94%
Total Carbohydrate 61g 22%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 61g
Vitamin C 2mg 11%
Calcium 134mg 10%
Iron 4mg 25%
Potassium 776mg 17%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)