Easy Crock Pot Turkey Legs
Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor, these Easy Crock Pot Turkey Legs are a stress-free way to elevate your weeknight dinner or holiday meal. With just 15 minutes of prep, this slow cooker recipe combines seasoned turkey legs with aromatic onions, garlic, and a splash of chicken broth for a melt-in-your-mouth dish that's irresistibly savory. A blend of paprika, thyme, and garlic powder infuses the turkey with bold, comforting flavors, while the crock pot ensures they cook to perfection with minimal effort. Perfect for busy cooks or anyone seeking a hearty, fuss-free meal, these slow-cooked turkey legs pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side of crusty bread. Make dinner extraordinary with this flavorful, fall-off-the-bone turkey leg recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces turkey legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 large yellow onion
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
Instructions
Pat the turkey legs dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the turkey legs on all sides with olive oil, then evenly coat them with the spice mixture. Set aside.
Peel and slice the yellow onion into thick rings and arrange them on the bottom of the crock pot.
Smash the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife to release their flavor and add them to the crock pot alongside the onion slices.
Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot, ensuring the onions and garlic are slightly submerged.
Place the seasoned turkey legs on top of the onion and garlic mixture.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the turkey legs are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bone.
Once done, carefully remove the turkey legs from the crock pot and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.9 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 3258 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 247.3 g | 495% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3160 mg | 67% | |
*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.
