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ProductPreparationRecipes
Turkey Thighs
Cooking
Equipment
Cooking
Method
Cooking Equipment
Temperature
Amount of
Product per Load
Total
Cooking Time
Conventional Oven Roast 350ºF 5 lbs./pan
2 pans
60 to 90 minutes
Convection Oven Roast 325ºF 5 lbs./pan
5 pans
50 to 75 minutes
Tilt Pan Braise 325ºF 20 lbs. 45 to 60 minutes
Grill Grill Indirect Method over Medium Heat Varies per grill size 60 to 90 minutes for 8 oz. thighs

Special Tips:

  • Use nonstick cooking spray or add oil to pan or grill rack. Brush thighs with oil or melted butter/margarine.
  • Turkey thighs vary in weight from about 1/2 pound to 1-1/2 pounds so sort thighs by size and cook similar sizes together.
  • If cooking small batches, base cook time and rates on larger thighs but be careful not to overcook small thighs.
  • When using tilt pan, brown thighs on both sides for 5 to 10 minutes. Then add 1-1/2 quarts simmering liquid for each 5 pounds of thighs. Cover and continue cooking. Suggested sauces include: spaghetti sauce, sweet and sour sauce or barbecue sauce.
  • When grilling turkey thighs, consider a marinate process to help maintain moisture.
  • When cut into smaller pieces, thighs are very complementary in combination presentations.
  • Cook to an internal temperature of 165ºF to 180ºF in the thickest part of the thigh.




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