Freeze- Once the turkey legs are completely cooled, wrap each one tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for up to 3 months.
To Reheat- Thaw overnight in the fridge, then warm them in the air fryer at 350°F for about 8–10 minutes until heated through.
Air Fryer Turkey Legs
Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned, these Air Fryer Turkey Legs cook up with golden, crispy skin and tender meat in under an hour. A simple, foolproof way to bring big flavor to the table with minimal effort.
Servings 2 large turkey legs
Calories 1052kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large turkey drumsticks (legs) skin-on (about 1–1.5 lbs each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 350° F.
- Pat the turkey legs dry with paper towels.
- Rub the legs all over with olive oil, coating thoroughly.
- In a small bowl or on a small plate, combine all the spices: salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, and brown sugar.
- Sprinkle and rub the seasoning mix all over the oiled turkey legs, ensuring an even coat.
- Place the turkey legs in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 170–175° F.
- If the skin is browning too quickly, reduce the temperature to 330°F (165°C) for the final 10 minutes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To Reheat- Reheat in the air fryer at 350° F for 6–8 minutes until warmed through.Nutrition
Calories: 1052kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 133g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 481mg | Sodium: 2248mg | Potassium: 1903mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 518IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 12mg
