Preparing turkey thighs in a flavorful brown sauce is a delectable culinary adventure that combines tender meat with a rich and savory sauce. Whether you prefer a classic brown sauce or one infused with aromatic herbs or a touch of spice, this versatile dish offers endless possibilities for creativity in the kitchen. With the right ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a tantalizing meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET AND TANGY SLOW-COOKER BBQ TURKEY THIGHS
Cranberries lend a wonderful tartness to our sweet-and-sour barbecue sauce. Pair it with its seasonal best friend, turkey, and braise it in a slow cooker.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 4h30m
Yield 8 to 10 servings (2 quarts)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the cranberries and 1/2 cup vinegar, covered, in a microwave-safe bowl until the cranberries are softened, 45 to 60 seconds, then transfer to a blender. Add the honey, ketchup, tomato paste, paprika, mustard, garlic, onion powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and blend until the cranberries are finely pureed. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of sauce. Reserve and refrigerate 1/4 cup. Pour the remaining 1 1/4 cups into a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Stir together 1 tablespoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl to combine.
- Remove the skin from the turkey thighs, and discard. Place the thighs on a large plate, dry well with paper towels and season both sides with the salt-and-pepper mixture. Place the thighs in the slow cooker, and turn to coat in the sauce. Cover with the lid, and turn the heat to high for 4 hours, until the meat is falling off the bone.
- Transfer the thighs to a plate, and let cool for about 10 minutes. Stir the reserved sauce and the remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar back into the pot. When the thighs are cool enough to handle, shred the meat into 1/2-inch strips. Return the meat to the sauce, and stir to coat. Make sandwiches with the meat and potato buns, and serve. Or let the meat cool, and refrigerate up to 2 days.
TURKEY THIGHS IN BROWN SAUCE
Turkey thighs are pan seared and then cooked in a sauce of canned soup and broth with onions, mushrooms, garlic and a little sherry wine. Serve the turkey and sauce with hot cooked rice.
Provided by Elizabeth
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Rinse and pat the turkey thighs dry with paper towels, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a shallow bowl, mix the flour with poultry seasoning until well combined.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; dredge the turkey thighs all over with the seasoned flour, shake off excess flour, then cook the turkey thighs in the hot oil until the meat is browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Stir the onion, mushrooms, and garlic into the pan. Stir until the mushrooms have begun to give up their juice and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Whisk the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and sherry together in a bowl, and stir in the oregano, parsley, and garlic powder. Pour the mixture over the turkey thighs. Cover the pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the turkey meat is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Slice the turkey thighs, and serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 92.1 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 401.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
TURKEY THIGHS WITH MAPLE MUSTARD SAUCE FOR THE CROCK POT!
Yes, I am on a crock pot kick :) I found a lot of really good recipes at the library...now if I could just remember which book they were from.
Provided by Shannon 24
Categories Poultry
Time 3h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In slow cooker, place potatoes. Place turkey thighs on top.
- In a small bowl stir together mustard, syrup and tapioca. Pour over turkey. Cover, cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-3 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 31.4, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 19.7, Protein 2.3
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 and bones.
- Brown the turkey thighs well: This will help to develop flavor and color. Sear the thighs in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown.
- Use a flavorful braising liquid: The braising liquid is what will give the turkey thighs their flavor, so make sure it is flavorful. Use a combination of broth, wine, and herbs. You can also add vegetables to the braising liquid for extra flavor.
- Cook the turkey thighs until they are tender: The turkey thighs should be cooked until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. This will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes in a 325°F oven.
- Serve the turkey thighs with your favorite sides: Turkey thighs can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.
Conclusion:
Turkey thighs are a delicious and affordable cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Braised turkey thighs are a particularly flavorful and tender dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a delicious braised turkey thigh dinner that your family and friends will love.
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