Best 7 Oven Roasted Turkey Thighs Recipes

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Oven roasted turkey thighs are a scrumptious and versatile main course that can elevate any dinner table. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply looking for a flavorful weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress. With its juicy meat and crispy skin, oven roasted turkey thighs offer a delightful culinary experience that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of oven roasted turkey thighs, providing you with tips and tricks to achieve perfectly cooked, succulent meat every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROAST TURKEY THIGHS FOR TWO



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Not cooking for a crowd this Thanksgiving? No problem, I've got you! These Roast Turkey Thighs for Two are a mouthwatering, tender turkey dinner without the hassle of roasting a whole bird!

Provided by Jessy Freimann

Categories     Main Course

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Olive oil
1 medium onion
2 turkey thighs
Kosher salt
Ground black pepper
Poultry Seasoning
2 Tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Lightly drizzle a small amount of oil on the bottom of the pan.
  • Spread the sliced onions into a layer on the bottom of the pan.
  • Season the turkey thighs on each side with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning to taste (the poultry seasoning is strong so use a light hand with this).
  • Cut each pat of butter into smaller cubes and place them on various spots all over the skin on each turkey thigh.
  • Place the turkey thighs, skin side up, on top of the onions.
  • Roast for 50 minutes-1 hour until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
  • Remove them from the oven and let them rest in a foil tent for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

HERB-ROASTED TURKEY THIGHS



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If you are having a smaller Thanksgiving this year, oven-roasted turkey thighs is the way to go.

Provided by Lauren Magenta

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup salted butter, at room temperature
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 thigh, bone removeds Turkey thigh, pre-basted, meat and skin, cooked, roasted
1 pound baby potatoes
2 large onions, roughly chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 drizzle olive oil
1 medium lemon, zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine room temperature butter with thyme, rosemary, parsley, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Pat turkey thighs dry with a paper towel; season with salt and pepper.
  • Place potatoes, onions, and garlic on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Add turkey thighs and rub herb butter over the meat and under the skin. Top with lemon zest and juice.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Continue to bake, basting turkey with its own juices after 15 minutes, until no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 255.7 mg, Fat 51.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 63.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.2 g, Sodium 1549.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

EASY ROASTED TURKEY THIGHS



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Easy Roasted Turkey Thighs make a small Thanksgiving meal a one oven dinner. Tender, browned, crispy skin and easy to make, they'll cook quickly!

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 1-pound turkey thighs (bone in and skin on)
1/4 cup butter (softened)
1 teaspoon Kosher salt (*)
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  • Pat the turkey dry with paper towels.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Lift the turkey skin and stuff it with the softened butter, then pat it down in an even layer (gently).
  • Place the thighs in the baking pan.
  • Roast the turkey thighs for 50-60 minutes or until the thermometer shows the turkey is cooked to 170 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 102 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 682 mg

SPICY TURKEY THIGHS



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Old Bay Seasoning adds a spicy kick to these crispy baked turkey thighs. Serve with Raw Corn and Zucchini Salad on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
5 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 bone-in, skin-on turkey thighs (about 2 pounds total)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a small bowl, beat together butter, Old Bay, and lemon juice. Rinse turkey thighs and pat dry with paper towels. Gently slip your fingers between skin and meat to loosen skin. Evenly spread butter mixture under skin of each thigh. Season thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Place turkey thighs in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and roast until skin is crispy and brown and juices run clear when meat is pierced with a knife (an instant-read thermometer should read 165 when inserted in thickest part of a thigh, avoiding bone), 35 to 40 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 g, Fat 15 g, Protein 35 g

AMAZINGLY SUCCULENT ROAST TURKEY THIGHS



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This recipe makes moist and tender turkey thighs the whole family will love.

Provided by MJdeCA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large heat-resistant nylon oven bag (such as Reynolds® Oven Bags)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large carrot, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 turkey thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons seasoned salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sprinkle flour into oven bag and place it in a 9x11-inch pan.
  • Spread onion, celery, and carrot pieces on the bottom of the bag. Rinse turkey thighs and pat dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil under the skin and on the outside of the thighs.
  • Sprinkle seasoned salt liberally on turkey thighs and rub it under the skin (see Cook's Note). Arrange thighs on top of vegetables. Close the bag with the tie. Make six slits in the top of the bag with a sharp paring knife. Place pan in the oven, making sure oven bag does not touch top heating element.
  • Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thigh meat reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 178.3 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 73.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 693.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

ROASTED TURKEY THIGHS



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This easy and delicious recipe for roasted turkey thighs for a holiday dinner or any time of the year is tender and fragrant.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (1-pound) turkey thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
1/4 cup butter (softened)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 cup turkey broth (or chicken broth)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients and heat the oven to 350 F.
  • Pat the turkey dry with paper towels. Never rinse the turkey before cooking it because the bacteria on the meat's surface will aerosolize and spread around your kitchen. A good pat dry is a reliable procedure and enough for the seasonings to adhere to the skin.
  • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, and sage and mix well.
  • Loosen the skin from the meat and rub some of the butter mixture into the meat. Smooth the skin back over and rub the remaining butter mixture on the skin.
  • Place the thighs in a roasting pan and pour the broth around the turkey.
  • Roast the turkey thighs for 60 to 70 minutes or until a meat thermometer registers 165 F when inserted in the meat away from the bone.
  • Remove the pan from the oven, cover tightly with foil or the pan lid, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 587 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 16 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

UNCLE BILL'S BAKED TURKEY BREAST AND THIGHS



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I developed and cooked this recipe for 140 persons for Christmas two years ago at a Special Fund Raising Function and it was a tremendous hit with everyone. The dill weed gives the turkey a most delightful flavor.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 lbs skinless boneless turkey breasts
5 lbs boneless skinless turkey thighs
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt (optional)
2 tablespoons dried dill weed (more if desired)
1 cup water
6 medium onions (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Prepare a large enough roasting pan with a metal rack to accomodate both turkey portions in a single layer.
  • Place the turkey on the rack.
  • Pour olive oil over the turkey portions to coat.
  • Sprinkle with granulated garlic powder, black pepper, seasoning salt and dried dill weed.
  • Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.
  • Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Place roasting pan on middle rack and bake in preheated 425 F oven for 30 minutes.
  • Reduce oven heat to 350 F and continue to bake for another 45 minutes.
  • At this point, check for doneness by cutting into the breast and thighs to make sure that there is no pink showing and the juices flow clear. You may also insert a meat thermometer into the thickest portion of the breast or thigh and it should read between 175 F - 180°F Do not overcook.
  • You may have to remove the turkey breast before the thighs as the thighs take a bit longer to cook.
  • When turkey is done, remove from oven, tent and let sit for about 15 minutes before carving.
  • You may also wish to use only turkey breast.
  • As an added option, you may wish to place some medium size, whole, peeled onions on the rack to bake.
  • These are always good served with butter along with the turkey.

Tips:

  • Choose the right turkey thighs: Look for thighs that are plump and have a good amount of meat on them. Avoid thighs that are thin or have a lot of skin.
  • Season the thighs well: Use a generous amount of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to flavor the thighs and make them more delicious.
  • Roast the thighs at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Aim for a temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Roast the thighs until they are cooked through: The thighs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. You can check this by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh.
  • Let the thighs rest before serving: This will help to keep the juices in the thighs and make them more tender. Let the thighs rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.

Conclusion:

Oven-roasted turkey thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that everyone will enjoy.

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