Baked turkey thighs
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This baked turkey thighs recipe is perfect for beginners. It's a basic recipe with no complications, designed for those who have no idea how to properly bake turkey thighs in the oven. More experienced cooks can add their own touches—extra spices or marinades, for example. But beginners should avoid experimenting and follow the instructions precisely—this way, you'll end up with juicy, fully cooked, and delicious turkey thighs. Good luck! Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
In this photo, you can see all the ingredients we will need. As you can see, the recipe is very minimalistic, nothing extra.
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Step 2
Place the turkey thighs on a lightly greased baking sheet (to prevent burning). Generously season the thighs with salt and pepper on all sides. Slide small pieces of butter and herbs under the skin. I used sage—it's very aromatic and pairs well with turkey. However, you can use other herbs such as basil, dill, or cilantro.
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Step 3
Well, all the preparatory work is done. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Place the turkey into the preheated oven.
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Step 4
Bake for about 25–35 minutes at 180 degrees, depending on the size of the thighs. Checking for doneness is easy—after about 25 minutes of baking, pierce the thigh; if red juice runs out, it needs another 5–10 minutes. If the juice is clear, remove it from the oven. If it's pale pink, an additional 5 minutes will be enough.