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Air Fryer Turkey Legs

Make roasted turkey legs like the ones at the State Fair and Disney at home!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 546 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

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

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

Notes

  • There are 10 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
  • Turkey legs are usually available in the poultry section of your local grocery store and come in packages of 2 or 3. They may be easier to find around Thanksgiving or Christmas. Ask your butcher if you don’t see any.  Pat the legs dry with a paper towel before adding the seasoning rub.  Alternate the direction that the turkey legs face to fit more in the air fryer basket. Make sure to allow space between the turkey legs when cooking. For best results, preheat the air fryer. Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil.  Be sure to check for doneness using a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the turkey leg. Love extra crispy skin? Once the turkey drummers have reached the safe internal temperature, cook them for 5 more minutes.  Different air fryers operate slightly differently. Air fryer cooking times are an estimate, so it's important to check your food for doneness and adjust as needed.  Use any leftover meat in soups, salads, or casseroles. Learn how to clean an air fryer well after cooking so it's ready to go next time. 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.
  • Turkey legs are usually available in the poultry section of your local grocery store and come in packages of 2 or 3. They may be easier to find around Thanksgiving or Christmas. Ask your butcher if you don’t see any. 
  • Pat the legs dry with a paper towel before adding the seasoning rub. 
  • Alternate the direction that the turkey legs face to fit more in the air fryer basket.
  • Make sure to allow space between the turkey legs when cooking.
  • For best results, preheat the air fryer.
  • Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil. 
  • Be sure to check for doneness using a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the turkey leg.
  • Love extra crispy skin? Once the turkey drummers have reached the safe internal temperature, cook them for 5 more minutes. 
  • Different air fryers operate slightly differently. Air fryer cooking times are an estimate, so it's important to check your food for doneness and adjust as needed. 
  • Use any leftover meat in soups, salads, or casseroles.
  • Learn how to clean an air fryer well after cooking so it's ready to go next time.
  • 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 Information

Calories 546kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 74g (148%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 267mg (89%) Sodium 861mg (36%) Potassium 1049mg (30%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 0.1g (0%) Vitamin A 259IU (5%) Vitamin C 0.05mg (0%) Calcium 66mg (7%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546

% Daily Value*

Calories 546kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 74g 148%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 267mg 89%
Sodium 861mg 36%
Potassium 1049mg 22%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 259IU 5%
Vitamin C 0.05mg 0%
Calcium 66mg 7%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.