Best 8 Oven Roasted Turkey Legs Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of oven-roasted turkey legs, a culinary masterpiece that combines succulent meat, crispy skin, and a symphony of herbs and spices. This dish offers an enticing aroma that fills the kitchen and tantalizes the senses.

Explore a collection of recipes that guide you through the art of preparing this classic dish. From the traditional roasted turkey legs with a savory blend of herbs and butter, to the tantalizing honey-glazed turkey legs with a touch of sweetness, each recipe promises a unique taste experience.

Discover the secrets of achieving perfectly crispy skin, tender meat, and a golden-brown exterior that will leave you craving for more. Whether you prefer a simple yet flavorful preparation or an elaborate dish infused with aromatic herbs and spices, these recipes have it all.

Embark on a culinary journey as you explore the diverse flavors of oven-roasted turkey legs. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will transform you into a master chef, ready to impress your family and friends with a dish that is both delectable and visually stunning.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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These Easy Roasted Turkey Legs are the perfect alternative to roasting an entire turkey! Made with only 3 simple ingredients, this recipe is no fuss, no muss and there's no tricky carving required!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 turkey legs (thighs and drumsticks (4-5 lbs))
¼ cup butter (melted)
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Pat dry the turkey legs with paper towels.
  • Prep Turkey: Whisk the melted butter with the salt, garlic powder and pepper. Generously brush the butter mixture all around the turkey legs.
  • Transfer To Oven: Transfer the turkey legs to a greased baking pan, skin side down and transfer to the preheated oven.
  • Roast: Roast the turkey for 30 minutes, flip the legs so that the skin side is up and roast for another 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the internal temperature of the thighs reaches 170°F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 477 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 55 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 221 mg, Sodium 404 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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This is a great way to have a small scale turkey dinner anytime of the year. Serve with rice, noodles, or dressing. This recipe can also be increased very easily.

Provided by KERYNE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Legs

Time 2h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 stalks celery stalks, cut in thirds
3 turkey legs
6 tablespoons butter
salt to taste
½ cup water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse the turkey legs and pat dry.
  • Stand the turkey legs upright (as if the turkey were standing). Press a knife downward into the deep tissue, creating 2 or 3 long pockets. Press a piece of celery into each opening. Pull back the skin on the legs, rub with butter, and season with a little salt. Put the skin back into place, rub with more butter, and season lightly with salt. Lay the legs in a roasting pan.
  • Roast uncovered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the legs are golden brown and the internal temperature is 180 degrees F (82 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Add more water if needed while roasting, and baste occasionally with the juices or butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 239.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 73.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 399.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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This simple recipe for roasted turkey legs infuses the drumsticks with lots of flavor thanks to a compound butter. Chicken broth keeps the meat moist.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 to 6 turkey legs or drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on)
1/4 cup butter (softened)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup chicken broth (or turkey broth)

Steps:

  • Pat the turkey legs dry with paper towels and place them in a large roasting pan. Avoid rinsing poultry in the sink; that will just spread bacteria around your kitchen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 kcal, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 191 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 631 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 4-6 drumsticks (4 to 6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OVEN ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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Delicious turkey legs with sage, thyme and pomegranate molasses bring a hint of Thanksgiving to your dinner table.

Provided by Scott Simmons

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Legs

Time 4h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup salt
½ cup white sugar
4 turkey drumsticks
2 cups white wine
½ cup pomegranate molasses
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 tablespoons dried sage leaves, divided
4 tablespoons dried thyme leaves, divided

Steps:

  • Place the salt and sugar into a large resealable bag. Pour in enough water to cover the turkey legs, and squeeze the bag to dissolve salt and sugar. Immerse the turkey legs in the brine, and seal the bag. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to brine.
  • In a saucepan, stir together the white wine, pomegranate molasses, brown sugar, regular molasses, vinegar, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, and cook until reduced by half. Season with 1 tablespoon of sage and 1 tablespoon of thyme. Taste and adjust sugar, salt and pepper if desired.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove the turkey legs from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Discard the brine. Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Cast iron will work well. Fry the turkey, turning frequently, until browned on all sides. Place the pan with the turkey into the oven.
  • Roast uncovered for 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove and turn legs over. Season with some of the remaining thyme and sage, and spoon some of the sauce onto the legs to coat. Return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Repeat the seasoning and baste with the sauce again, and return to the oven. Roast for 15 more minutes, then test for doneness. The internal temperature should be 180 degrees F (82 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Serve turkey with remaining sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 996.4 calories, Carbohydrate 125.5 g, Cholesterol 303.6 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 71.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 12363.1 mg, Sugar 113.7 g

EASY OVEN ROASTED BARBECUE TURKEY LEGS



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A very easy and delicious turkey dish! I most always make this dish with recipe#186700 on the side, it goes so well together! You can also make this with chicken legs or pieces, just reduce the cooking time. This recipe can be doubled.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Poultry

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or white salt)
black pepper
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder, to taste
6 small turkey legs
1/4 cup oil
1 cup favorite bottled barbecue sauce (or homemade)
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (optional)
1/2 cup water
1 large onion, chopped (or sliced)
1 small chopped green pepper (optional)
1 chicken bouillon cube, crushed (or use 1 package chicken bouillon powder)

Steps:

  • Mix the flour with salt, pepper and chili powder.
  • Dredge/coat the turkey legs with the flour mixture.
  • In a large skillet, brown the turkey legs on all sides.
  • Transfer the browned legs to a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, fresh garlic (if using), water, onion, green pepper and the bouillon cube; spoon over the turkey.
  • Cover the pan with heavy foil.
  • Bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 1 hour.
  • Uncover; and bake for 1 hour, basting occasionally or until the turkey legs are tender.
  • ***NOTE*** the ingredients for the sauce may be doubled if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1356.1, Fat 64.3, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 579.5, Sodium 1125, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 12.1, Protein 160.6

ROASTED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Of all the turkey recipes I've tried, I like this one best. The tender drumsticks have just a bit of zip.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 turkey drumsticks (12 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup red wine or additional chicken broth
5 teaspoons onion soup mix
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and white pepper. Add drumsticks, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a skillet, brown drumsticks on all sides in oil. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. , In a large saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, broth, wine or additional broth, soup mix, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until flavors are blended. Add bay leaf. Pour sauce over the drumsticks. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Turn drumsticks; cover and bake 30-40 minutes on each side or until juices run clear and thermometer reads 180°. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 1795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

EASY ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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Never fight over the last drumstick again! Additional legs are an absolute Thanksgiving necessity, and also used in place of a whole turkey.

Provided by Chef Pisces

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 1 1, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 turkey legs
1 1/2 cups butter
5 tablespoons black pepper
7 tablespoons onion powder
5 tablespoons salt
3 (16 ounce) cartons turkey broth or 3 (16 ounce) cartons stock

Steps:

  • In a large bowl pour in all of the Turkey Broth/Stock (Could also be Chicken Stock) and marinate the uncooked Turkey Legs overnight, or at least 3 hours, in the refrigerator.
  • After 3-8 hours in the refrigerator, take a large roasting pan with a wire rack, remove the refrigerated legs from the bowl of broth---use tongs and place directly on the roasting rack/pan. Sprinkle generous amount of salt, black pepper, and onion powder on each leg. Spread foil across the top of the roasting pan to keep the legs covered while roasting in a pre-heated 350F oven.
  • Meanwhile, melt a stick of butter in a saucepan---until it's liquified.
  • 8 legs usually take about 1hour and 45 minutes to fully cook. The legs need to be turned/flipped with tongs, basted (brushed with the melted butter) and then re-seasoned with just the onion powder and black pepper--- every 20 minutes during roasting.
  • Turkey legs are usually done after insterting a meat thermometer that registers 175F in the thickest part of the leg, however, they do keep cooking even after they're removed from the oven.
  • The cooked turkey pan juices and drippings are usually used to flavor gravy and stuffing.

ROASTED SMOKY TURKEY LEGS



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My husband and I absolutely LOVE the smoked turkey legs that are available at the nearby theme parks. This is a close, smokeless, version of those turkey legs that hold a very special place in our hearts. The passive cooking time includes the brining time.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time P1DT2h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Morton Tender Quick salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons liquid smoke
1/2 gallon water (or enough water to cover pieces)
10 turkey legs (turkey wings, whole turkey or whole chicken)

Steps:

  • Mix the salt, brown sugar, liquid smoke and water together until all is dissolved and pour the briny mixture over the turkey legs.
  • Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for 24-hours to 72-hours.
  • Rinse the brine off the turkey, pat dry with paper towels and roast at 350°F for about 45 minutes.
  • By this time, the turkey will almost be done, but the skin will still have a pale color, so I crank the oven up to 500°F and roast the legs/wings until they are a rich mahogany color, then I flip them over and roast the other side until it is also deep brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1216.8, Fat 54.8, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 579.4, Sodium 612.6, Carbohydrate 10.8, Sugar 10.7, Protein 159.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right turkey legs: Look for turkey legs that are plump and have a good amount of meat on them. Avoid legs that are thin or have a lot of bone.
  • Thaw the turkey legs properly: If the turkey legs are frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator for 24 hours before cooking. You can also thaw them in a sink filled with cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes.
  • Season the turkey legs well: Use a flavorful rub or marinade to season the turkey legs. This will help to give them a delicious flavor.
  • Roast the turkey legs at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness: The turkey legs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the turkey legs rest before serving: This will help to keep the juices in the meat.

Conclusion:

Oven-roasted turkey legs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your turkey legs turn out perfectly every time.

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