Savory Roast Turkey Leg
Elevate your dinner table with this mouthwatering Savory Roast Turkey Leg recipe, perfect for a cozy family meal or holiday feast. Featuring a tender, juicy turkey leg infused with robust flavors from garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and rosemary, this recipe is a celebration of classic seasonings. A hint of fresh lemon adds brightness, while a base of chicken or turkey broth ensures succulent results. The turkey leg is roasted to perfection in under two hours, delivering crisp golden skin and an irresistibly savory aroma. Garnished with fresh parsley, this easy-to-make dish pairs beautifully with your favorite sides and is guaranteed to impress. Whether you're cooking for a festive gathering or simply exploring new ways to enjoy turkey, this recipe is a surefire centerpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Turkey leg
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 cup Chicken or turkey broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the turkey leg dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp skin.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
Using your hands or a brush, rub the spice mixture all over the turkey leg, ensuring it's well coated.
Place the seasoned turkey leg in a roasting pan with a rack, skin side up.
Halve the lemon and squeeze the juice over the turkey, then place the lemon halves into the roasting pan.
Pour the chicken or turkey broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the turkey leg reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part without touching the bone.
Once roasted, remove the turkey leg from the oven and let it rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the turkey leg for garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 3540 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 747 mg | 16% | |
*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.
