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Turkey thigh
Calories & nutrition facts
from whole bird, meat only, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 108 kcal —
- Protein 21 g 43%
- Carbohydrate 0.2 g 0%
- Fat 2.5 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.7 g 3%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.1 g —
- Sodium 124 mg 5%
- Cholesterol 79 mg 26%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 13 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.3 µg 2%
- Vitamin E 0.12 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.06 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.26 mg 20%
- Niacin (B3) 5.7 mg 36%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.94 mg 19%
- Vitamin B6 0.44 mg 26%
- Vitamin B12 2.1 µg 85%
- Choline 69.6 mg 13%
Minerals
- Calcium 11 mg 1%
- Iron 1 mg 6%
- Magnesium 25 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 176 mg 14%
- Potassium 226 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.6 mg 24%
- Copper 0.09 mg 10%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 22.4 µg 41%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 | 21 g | 0.2 g | 2.5 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 122 | 24 g | 0.2 g | 2.8 g |
| 1 × thigh | 367 g | 396 | 78 g | 0.6 g | 9.2 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 244 | 48 g | 0.3 g | 5.7 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 61 | 12 g | 0.1 g | 1.4 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 366 | 72 g | 0.5 g | 8.5 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 488 | 96 g | 0.7 g | 11 g |
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- Turkey legtom, meat only, raw127 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey drumstickfrom whole bird, meat only, raw109 kcal / 100 g
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- Chicken thigh meatbroiler, meat, raw121 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Turkey thigh
How do you roast a turkey thigh so the skin turns crisp?
Pat the skin dry, rub it with a little oil and salt, then roast skin-side up at 200 °C (180 °C fan). A bone-in thigh often takes 45–55 minutes; check that the thickest part reaches 75 °C, without the thermometer touching bone.
Can you cook turkey thigh slowly in a casserole?
Yes. Brown it first, then cover and braise it gently with stock, onion and herbs at 160 °C for about 1½–2 hours, until tender and cooked through. Add root vegetables for the final 45 minutes so they soften without falling apart.
How do you know when turkey thigh is cooked?
Check the thickest part with a food thermometer, keeping it clear of the bone: it should reach 75 °C. If you do not have a thermometer, cut into the thickest part; the meat should be steaming hot throughout, with no raw-looking centre.
How long does raw or cooked turkey thigh keep in the fridge?
Keep raw turkey thigh covered on the bottom shelf and cook it within 1–2 days. Refrigerate cooked meat within 2 hours, in a covered container, and use it within 3–4 days; freeze it for longer storage.
What dishes can you make with turkey thigh?
Its dark meat stays succulent in a Sunday roast, a casserole or a curry. Pair it with roast potatoes and gravy, or use shredded cooked thigh in pies, sandwiches and noodle soups.
Can you use turkey thigh instead of chicken thigh?
Yes: use it in the same traybakes, curries and stews, but allow extra cooking time if the turkey pieces are larger. Check the thickest part reaches 75 °C rather than relying on the recipe’s timing alone.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171531 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
