Crispy Air Fryer Turkey Thighs Recipe Is a High-Protein Budget Dinner or Thanksgiving for Two (30 Minutes, 5 Ingredients) High Protein Recipes Air Fryer Recipes Dinner Turkey Recipes Low Sugar Recipes Budget Recipes Holidays

When I saw a package of two turkey thighs (1 1/2 pounds total weight) for $3.15, I asked myself why I don't cook turkey more often. Turkey isn't just for Thanksgiving! If you're looking for high-protein, budget-friendly recipes, put turkey on your radar. (Or if you're cooking for one, two or just a few on Thanksgiving.)

This crispy, flavorful air fryer turkey thighs recipe has minimal prep and cooks in less than 30 minutes. To make this air fryer recipe you will need just five simple ingredients. Here is your short gluten-free shopping list for this turkey recipe: bone-in turkey thighs, olive oil, garlic salt, herbes de provence, black pepper and optional parsley flakes for color. If you're not a fan of herbes de provence, use another dry herb like Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, dried basil or oregano, or even curry powder.

Serve this easy high-protein turkey dinner recipe with a grain, vegetable or salad. Check out the health benefits of turkey and the health benefits of protein.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 to 30 minutes (depending on size or turkey thighs)
Total Time:  30 to 35 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 bone-in turkey thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon herbes de provence
• black pepper, to taste
• parsley flakes (optional) 

Here's how to make it: 

1. Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F. Stir together the olive oil, garlic salt, herbes de provence and black pepper, to taste, in a small bowl.
2. Pat the turkey thighs dry with a paper towel.
3. Dip both sides of the turkey thighs in the seasoned oil and place, skin side down, on an air fryer rack. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes.
4. Flip the turkey thighs over and continue to cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
5. Remove and let the thighs rest for about 10 minutes. Serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the microwave.

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