High Protein Pulled Turkey

Elevate your meal prep game with this mouthwatering High Protein Pulled Turkey recipe, featuring tender, slow-cooked turkey breast infused with smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic, this dish is simmered in a luscious homemade sauce made from chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and a touch of honey for balance. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a low-and-slow oven cook, the turkey becomes irresistibly juicy and easily shreddable, making it a versatile option for sandwiches, rice bowls, or your favorite sides. Packed with lean protein and bold flavors, this recipe is a healthy, satisfying choice for meal prep or family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Turkey breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the turkey breasts to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, honey, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the sauce over the browned turkey breasts in the pot, turning the turkey to coat it evenly with the sauce.

Step 6

Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 7

Bake for about 4 hours or until the turkey is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 8

Remove the pot from the oven. Use two forks to shred the turkey directly in the pot, mixing it well with the sauce.

Step 9

Serve the pulled turkey warm in sandwiches, with rice, or on its own with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1430 grams (1430.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783

Total Fat 47.80g	61%
Saturated Fat 9.90g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.40g
Cholesterol 690mg	230%
Sodium 7196mg	313%
Total Carbohydrate 62.30g	23%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 46.20g
Protein 269.70g	539%

Vitamin D 109IU	545%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 3303mg	70%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.5%

Protein: 61.4%

Carbs: 14.2%