Turkey Thighs With Olives And Dried Cherries Recipe

Name: Turkey Thighs With Olives And Dried Cherries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large); 1 cup ruby port or other sweet red wine; 3/4 cup dried cherries; 3/4 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1/3 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange); 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick; 3 1/2 pounds turkey thighs, skinned; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large)
1 cup ruby port or other sweet red wine
3/4 cup dried cherries
3/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
1/3 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
3 1/2 pounds turkey thighs, skinned
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cumin

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Combine the first 9 ingredients in an electric slow cooker, stirring to combine. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Rinse turkey with cold water; pat dry. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon salt and cumin. Place in slow cooker. Cover with lid, and cook on LOW 6 hours. Discard cinnamon stick.
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940

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large), 1 cup ruby port or other sweet red wine, 3/4 cup dried cherries, 3/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, and more.

Yes, Turkey Thighs With Olives And Dried Cherries falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey Thighs With Olives And Dried Cherries

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