Smoked Turkey legs…. Juicy, tender, and full of flavor! This presmoked leg recipe is one of those meals you season up well, throw in the oven, and let the magic happen. They are pretty easy to make and have incredible taste. I can safely say they remind me of the Disney World Turkey Leg. They are easily found and a great addition to any holiday dinner.

Smoked Turkey Legs

What are smoked Turkey legs?

Smoked Turkey legs are a part of the turkey’s body. They are the legs. A smoker smokes the turkey legs. You can find them pre-smoked like Disney or smoke them yourself. This recipe is top-rated at Christmas and Thanksgiving but can be made anytime. It would be best if you made this recipe because it is simple and can be paired with almost anything, such as my air-fried greens or my roasted potatoes.

Ingredients for Smoked Turkey legs

Ingred
  • Smoked Turkey Legs- I used pre-smoked turkey legs without brine because they are easier to cook and take less time.
  • Butter– I used butter to ensure this turkey leg was flavorful and to tenderize the meat.
  • Seasonings: I used the absolute bare minimum when seasoning. Why? Because this smoked turkey meat is already flavorful. I used garlic powder, Creole Seasoning, and black pepper.

How to make baked smoked turkey legs

STEP 1: To a bowl, add your soft-end butter.

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STEP 2: Add seasonings

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STEP 3: Mix Well

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STEP 4: Rub the butter over your turkey legs. Make sure to cover all of the legs

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STEP 5: Wrap the smoked turkey legs in aluminum foil

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Variations

  • Roast Turkey Legs: Instead of smoking the turkey legs, roast them in the oven. Season the turkey legs with your favorite spices and herbs, place them in a baking dish, and roast in a preheated oven at medium heat until they are cooked through and golden brown.
  • Slow Cooker Turkey Legs: Another great way to cook turkey legs is in a slow cooker. Season the turkey legs, place them in the slow cooker with some liquid (such as broth or water), and cook on low heat until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
  • Grilled Turkey Legs: If you prefer a smoky flavor without using a smoker, you can grill the turkey legs. Season the legs, preheat your grill to medium heat, and place the legs on the grill grates. Cook for a few minutes on each side until they are cooked through and have grill marks.

Substitutions

  • Instead of using smoked turkey legs, you can try using other cuts of turkey, such as turkey breast or even a whole turkey. The cooking time and temperature may vary, so adjusting accordingly is essential.
  • To add flavor to your turkey, prepare a dry rub using brown sugar, onion powder, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and other spices you enjoy. Apply the dry rub generously to the turkey, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
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Storage

Once you have removed all the meat from the bone, you will want to store it. These baked smoked turkey legs weigh about 4 ounces, so if it’s only you, you will have a lot left to eat. You should place your turkey meat in an airtight container and then put it in the refrigerator. You can also use an airtight ziplock bag.

Tips

  • Make sure you allow the turkey to cook for the full 3 hours.
  • If it is bigger, let it bake until the inside reaches 165 degrees.
  • Don’t use more seasonings than recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Cooking turkey legs solely depends on the size they are. I use a 4oz turkey leg, so I baked them at 409 degrees for about 3 hours.

You can usually buy them at your local grocery stores. Such as Walmart, Publix, and Trader Joe’s, to name a few.

Smoked Turkey Legs

Smoked Turkey legs…. Juicy, tender, and full of flavor! This recipe is one of those meals you season up well, throw in the oven, and let the magic happen.
Smoked Turkey Legs
Servings: 2 People
Calories 14
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 2 Smoked Turkey Leg
  • 1 Stick of butter softened
  • 2 Teaspoon Creole Seasoning
  • 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Aluminum Foil Enough to cover the smoke turkey legs

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
  • Rinse and pat your smoked Turkey legs fry then sit on a piece of aluminum foil
    2 Smoked Turkey Leg
  • To a bowl add in your soft-end butter along with seasonings then mix together well.
    1 Stick of butter, 2 Teaspoon Creole Seasoning, 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Rub the butter over your turkey legs. Making sure to cover all of the legs
  • Wrap the smoked turkey legs in aluminum foil
    Aluminum Foil
  • Place in the oven for 3 to 4 hours or until meat easily comes off bone with fork. If you have a smaller turkey leg, check the cooking results at the halfway mark.
  • Take out of the oven then allow to rest for 5 minutes. Then debone.
  • Enjoy

Notes

  1. Remember, these substitutions and techniques provide a general guideline for cooking turkey legs in the oven. Adjustments may be needed based on personal preferences and the specific size and type of turkey you’re using. Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying meal!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

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