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Delicious air fryer turkey legs cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and tender meat.

Air Fryer Turkey Legs

There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of crispy turkey legs made in the air fryer! They're juicy, flavorful, and sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 legs turkey thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the mixture all over the turkey legs, making sure they are well coated.
  4. Place the turkey legs in the air fryer basket, and cook for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
  5. Check the internal temperature to ensure it has reached 74°C before serving.

Notes

Tip: For extra crispiness, let the turkey legs rest for a few minutes after cooking before serving.