Ingredients and Weight:
- Turkey thighs (bone-in, skin-on): 8 (about 4-5 pounds)
- Basmati rice: 2 cups
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion (chopped): 1 medium
- Garlic (minced): 2 cloves
- Cranberries (dried): 1/2 cup
- Pecans (chopped): 1/2 cup
- Poultry seasoning: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season turkey thighs generously with salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large roasting pan over medium heat. Add turkey thighs and cook until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Remove turkey thighs from pan and set aside. Add onion and garlic to the roasting pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in rice, cranberries, and pecans. Cook for 2 minutes, or until rice is toasted.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Return turkey thighs to the pan, nestling them among the rice.
- Cover roasting pan with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 450
Fat: 15 grams
Protein: 30 grams
Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and aromatic turkey and rice dish
- Moist and tender turkey thighs
- Nutty and sweet cranberries and pecans
- Perfect for a special occasion dinner
User Comments:
- "This rice pilaf is amazing! The turkey legs are so flavorful, and the cranberries and pecans add a nice touch of sweetness."
- "I love the way the rice soaks up all the flavor from the turkey. It's a really hearty and comforting dish."
- "This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's easy to make and always a hit with my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the turkey thighs are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- For a richer flavor, use dark meat turkey thighs.
- You can adjust the amount of cranberries and pecans to your taste.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or water.
