Roasted Turkey Legs

67g protein · 2 h 25 min · 662 kcal

Roasted Turkey Legs

This Roasted Turkey Legs recipe is a simple, keto-friendly way to enjoy succulent meat with crispy skin, perfect for any occasion.

2 h 25 min2 servings662 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 turkey leg (approximately 3 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups turkey or chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon rosemary (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sage (chopped)
  • Sea salt (to taste)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C).

  2. 2

    Pat the turkey leg dry with paper towels.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, olive oil, chopped herbs, sea salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Rub the butter mixture over the turkey leg and transfer it to a roasting pan with a rack.

  5. 5

    Pour 1 ½ cup of turkey or chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.

  6. 6

    Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast the leg for 2 hours 15 mins, basting it with broth every 45 minutes.

  7. 7

    Let the roasted turkey leg rest for 5 minutes before cutting or serving.

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