Baked Turkey Drumsticks
These baked turkey drumsticks are perfectly roasted, yielding succulent, smoky, and juicy meat every time. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 337kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds turkey drumsticks turkey legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220C/450F.
- Combine the salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, dried thyme, and chili powder with the oil and mix well.
- Brush the turkey with the oil mixture all over.
- Place the drumsticks in a roasting pan and cook for 25 minutes, uncovered. Cover with foil after that and cook for 20 more minutes.
- Rest the meat for a couple of minutes and serve warm.
Video
Notes
TO STORE: Store the leftover turkey in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 or 4 days.
TO FREEZE: The baked and cooled turkey legs can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge before reheating.
TO REHEAT: Warm the leftover turkey in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or in a 350ºF oven until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 20g | Sodium: 725mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 4mg | NET CARBS: 1g