Slow Roasted Turkey Leg (With Gravy)
Slow Roasted Turkey Leg (With Gravy) is a show-stopping dish that transforms any gathering into a festive feast. This recipe features succulent turkey legs, slow-roasted to perfection, and served with a rich, savory gravy that will have your guests coming back for seconds. The aromatic blend of herbs and spices elevates the flavors, making this dish a beloved favorite during the holiday season and beyond.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 turkey legs (about 2.5 lbs total)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly coat a roasting pan with cooking spray.
- Pat turkey legs dry and rub with olive oil, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Place seasoned turkey legs in the pan and pour chicken broth around them.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and roast for about 2 hours until tender.
- Remove foil and transfer turkey legs to a plate. Drain some broth into a saucepan and whisk in flour over medium heat until thickened.
- Return turkey legs to the pan, drizzle with gravy, serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turkey leg with gravy (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg