Crock Pot Turkey Legs in Wine Sauce
Transform your next family dinner with these elegant and flavor-packed Crock Pot Turkey Legs in Wine Sauce! Slow-cooked to perfection, these turkey legs become irresistibly tender as they soak in a rich, savory blend of white wine, chicken broth, garlic, and fragrant herbs like thyme and rosemary. A quick sear before slow cooking ensures a golden exterior, while carrots and onions add a touch of sweetness to the dish. Finished with a velvety, thickened sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe offers a gourmet dining experience with minimal hands-on effort. Perfect for cozy weeknights or festive gatherings, this crock pot turkey legs recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, home-cooked meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Turkey legs
- 1 cup White wine
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 large Carrots, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, fresh or dried
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary, fresh or dried
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the turkey legs dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey legs on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the turkey legs to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic, chopped onion, and sliced carrots until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the crock pot.
Add the white wine, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, and any remaining salt and pepper to the crock pot, ensuring the turkey legs are partially submerged in the liquid.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the turkey legs are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bone.
Once the turkey legs are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter and keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the crock pot and stir well.
Turn the crock pot to high and allow the sauce to thicken for 10-15 minutes.
Pour the thickened wine sauce over the turkey legs and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 3644 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 151.8 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2877 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
