Description
This recipe for Lemon Garlic Turkey Thighs delivers juicy, flavorful turkey with minimal effort. The bright lemon and savory garlic create an irresistible taste, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Turkey thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 whole Fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano until smooth.
- Add turkey thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Arrange the marinated turkey thighs skin-side up in a baking dish.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the juicy turkey from the oven and let rest covered for 10 minutes.
- Plate your flavorful turkey thighs with lemon slices and fresh parsley. Drizzle any pan juices over the top before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover lemon garlic turkey thighs in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Freeze cooked turkey thighs for up to 3 months by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and placing them in a freezer-safe bag.
- Thaw frozen turkey thighs overnight in the fridge and reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
- Use leftover lemon garlic turkey in salads, sandwiches, or grain bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg