Oven-roasted turkey legs

⏱️ 55 min 👥 2 servings 📊 Medium
American lunch/dinner
Oven-roasted turkey legs
Nutrition per Serving
1002
Calories
133g
Protein
4g
Carbs
47g
Fat

Oven-roasted turkey legs – Cooked simply with a tasty marinade of garlic, spices, and fresh winter herbs, this is a show-stopping meal perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or weeknight. So easy dinner, so delicious, and no sweat!

📝 Ingredients

  • 2 turkey legs
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 4 sprigs thyme (or 1/2 tsp oregano)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl except the oil. Mix well
  2. 2Score the turkey legs about 3 times on each side.
  3. 3Rub the oil all over the turkey legs, then sprinkle the seasoning all over the legs and massage very well, making sure you reach every part.
  4. 4Refrigerate and leave to marinate for at least one hour. (If you have the time).
  5. 5Set oven to 350F and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or till the internal temperature reaches 180F (82C)
  6. 6Leave to rest for a few minutes before digging in.
  7. 7--- Air fryer option ---
  8. 8Set air fryer to 400° and cook for 20 minutes
  9. 9Flip the legs to the other side and leave to cook for another 20 minutes
  10. 10Leave to rest for few minutes before digging in.

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by cheflolaskitchen.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.