Easy Roasted Turkey Legs
This easy turkey leg recipe helps create perfectly cooked turkey legs every time. Expect roasted, tender meat and flavorful, crispy skin.
Servings: 4
Calories: 696kcal
Cost: £2.28
Ingredients
- 1400 g 2 turkey legs (£4.00x2)=(£8.00)
- 3 tbsp butter (£0.50)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (£0.60)
Cupboard Essentials
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- Crack of black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
Instructions
Preheat oven to 374F° (190°C)
- Start by coating the turkey legs in a generous layer of salt. Place in the fridge for 10-20 minutes uncovered (or up to an hour if you have time).
- Remove the turkey from the fridge and use a paper towel to pat the skin dry. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan or in the microwave.
- Add all of the seasoning to the butter and stir to combine, adding an extra pinch of salt. Using a brush, evenly coat the turkey legs in the seasoned butter. Place a wire-wrack within a baking tray and pop the turkey legs onto the tray. Cover with foil and cook for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil and cook for a further 40 minutes, basting with the released juices/fat half way through. Cook until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 175-180°F (79-82°C)
- Once cooked, the skin should be crispy and golden.Leave to rest for 30 minutes before carving. I like to serve my turkey on a bed of rosemary for a festive twist. Season with flakey salt and pepper, then carve and dig in!
Note: Depending on the size of the turkey legs, adjust the roasting time.
Notes
- Remember to flip the turkey leg halfway through cooking for even crisping of the skin.
- Cooking times vary based on leg size; adjust accordingly.
- Use a cooking thermometer, ensuring it doesn't touch the bone, to gauge doneness (175-180°F).
- Let the turkey leg sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before roasting for even cooking and juiciness.
- Cover with foil if skin browns too quickly to prevent burning.
Nutrition
Calories: 696kcal | Protein: 98g | Fat: 32g