Turkey thigh stew

Turkey thigh stew is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender turkey thighs simmered with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a rich broth. It's a comforting, one-pot meal often made with root vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions, and seasoned with herbs like thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. This dish is popular in various forms across many cuisines, particularly in North American and European home cooking.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is a high-protein, moderate-fat dish, with the turkey thigh providing lean protein and essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving (about 1.5 cups) contains roughly 300-400 calories, with the exact count depending on the amount of added fats and starchy vegetables.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	650 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, turkey stew is often associated with post-holiday meals, using leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas feasts. Nutritionally, using dark meat thighs instead of breast results in a more flavorful and moist stew, as the higher fat content in thighs helps keep the meat tender during the long cooking process.