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Roasted Turkey Leg

Fall-Off-the-Bone Roasted Turkey Leg for Effortless Feasts

Discover the rich flavors and tender texture of Roasted Turkey Leg, perfect for your holiday feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 legs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Herb Butter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can work, but use less
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Feel free to replace with sage for a different taste
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Sea salt is a great alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For a milder version, try white pepper
For the Turkey Legs
  • 4 pieces Turkey Drumsticks (skin-on, bone-in) Select legs weighing around 10-12 oz. each for even cooking

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wire rack
  • Baking tray
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix vigorously until all ingredients are fully blended, creating a smooth and aromatic herb butter.
  2. Take your skin-on, bone-in turkey drumsticks and generously rub the herb butter all over each leg. Ensure even coverage, massaging the butter into the skin for maximum flavor infusion.
  3. Place the seasoned turkey legs on a wire rack set on a baking tray. Tightly wrap the legs with aluminum foil to lock in moisture during cooking.
  4. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Once ready, place the wrapped turkey legs in the oven and let them roast for approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
  5. After the slow cooking phase, carefully remove the foil and switch your oven to the broil setting. Return the turkey legs to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes.
  6. Once the skin is beautifully crisped, take the turkey legs out of the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 26gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the cooked turkey legs to rest for a few minutes after broiling helps the juices redistribute, enhancing the overall juiciness.

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