Turkey has always been the star of Thanksgiving, and this time, I’m bringing you 12 amazing recipes to mix things up and add some exciting twists to your holiday feast!
So, let’s get cooking!
1. Honey-Glazed Thanksgiving Turkey
This honey-glazed Thanksgiving turkey combines fresh herbs, honey, and lemon to give your centerpiece a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors.
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2. Traeger-Smoked Thanksgiving Turkey
Smoking your turkey on the Traeger grill with a mix of fruit woods infuses it with a unique smoky flavor that you just won’t get from roasting in the oven.
Here’s the full recipe breakdown: click here.
3. Whole Thanksgiving Turkey
This easy-to-follow recipe is your ticket to a no-fuss, memorable Thanksgiving meal that brings both the flavor and the wow factor with minimal effort. It’s beginner-friendly, gluten-free, and absolutely fail-proof!
Interested in making this at home? Click here.
4. Thanksgiving Turkey in a Bag
Did you know you can cook your Thanksgiving turkey in a bag? This method gives you an extra juicy, flavorful finish with plenty of leftover liquid to repurpose for gravy!
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5. Thanksgiving Turkey Roulade
Here’s a different take on Thanksgiving turkey: this roulade recipe is filled with a festive stuffing of cranberries, hazelnuts, and sage, all topped with a spiced-cider glaze.
Recreate this at home: click here.
6. Thanksgiving Spatchcock Turkey
This is your golden ticket to a quick Thanksgiving entrée — without sacrificing taste or texture! In fact, after brining, you can have this dish ready in as little as 2 hours.
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7. Fried Thanksgiving Turkey
This is an awesome deep-fried turkey recipe that’s seasoned with chili powder, paprika, garlic salt, onion salt, seasoning salt, and ground pepper.
While cooking, it’s injected with a marinade made of melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, ground sage, dried thyme, and some garlic and onion salts.
The result? Perfectly crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender and juicy on the inside.
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8. Thanksgiving Stuffed Turkey
Stuffing a turkey has two perks: first, it infuses the dish with moisture and herbs; second, the bread cubes and veggies soak up all the juices, turning them into little bursts of flavor.
Check out the step-by-step process: click here.
9. Maple-Glazed Thanksgiving Turkey
Maple syrup is one of the most popular sweeteners in America. And using it as a glaze is a great way to counterbalance the bold flavors in this dish, giving you nothing short of savory-sweet goodness!
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10. Thanksgiving Rosemary-Orange Turkey
Celebrate the holiday with this recipe. This rosemary-orange turkey has crisp, golden skin and incredible flavor, all thanks to a dry rub of sea salt, brown sugar, rosemary, and orange zest.
You’ve got to give this dish a try, so click here.
11. Seitan Turkey for Thanksgiving
This seitan tofu roast tastes just like a real turkey, complete with browned skin and a rich, juicy center! So, if you or your guests are vegan, this is the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving feast.
Want to learn how to make this? Click here.
12. Baked Thanksgiving Turkey Wings
While roasting a whole turkey is a classic, opting for Thanksgiving turkey wings offers a delicious twist with fall-off-the-bone tenderness that everyone will love!
Check out the full step-by-step guide: click here.
Enjoy a Flavorful Feast with These Recipes!
No matter which recipe you decide to try, these turkey dishes will add a delicious twist to your Thanksgiving spread. Enjoy experimenting and making this year’s feast one to remember!
Featured image credit to @cravingsofalunatic.
