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Air Fryer Turkey Legs

Air Fryer Turkey Legs are ready in less than 30 minutes!
Course Dinner
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 546kcal

Ingredients

  • 64 ounces (329g) turkey legs 4 turkey legs that are approx. 16 ounces (including bone) each
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat Air Fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
  • Make a dry rub by combining garlic salt, garlic powder, paprika, rosemary and parsley in a small bowl.
  • Using clean hands, rub the spice mixture all over the turkey legs.
  • Spritz the turkey legs with olive oil spray or cooking oil, then place them into the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry turkey legs for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time.
  • Cook until the internal temperature of the turkey drumsticks reaches 165 degrees F / 94 degrees C and the skin is golden and crispy.

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Notes

  • Turkey legs are usually available in the poultry section of your local grocery store and come in packages of 2-3. They may be easier to find around Thanksgiving or Christmas. Ask your butcher if you don’t see any. 
  • Pat dry with a paper towel before adding the seasoning rub. 
  • Alternate the direction of the turkey legs so you can fit more in the air fryer basket.
  • Make sure there is space between the turkey legs when cooking.
  • For best results, preheat the air fryer.
  • Spritz the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil. 
  • Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the turkey leg.
  • Once the air fryer turkey legs have reached temperature, cook for 5 more minutes for crispy skin. 
  • Different air fryers operate slightly differently. Air fryer cooking times are an estimate, so it's important to check for doneness and adjust as needed.
  • Use leftover turkey in soups, salads, or casseroles.
  • Storage - keep refrigerated in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 4 days.
  • There are 10 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 546kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 74g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 267mg | Sodium: 861mg | Potassium: 1049mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 7mg