Air Fryer Turkey Legs: Easy Recipe
There’s nothing like eating a turkey leg! And when you can make these Air Fryer Turkey Legs, you’re going to love how simple and easy this recipe is! Perfect for grabbing and eating – and a great way to load up on protein.
Be sure to check out my Instant Pot Turkey Burgers for another delicious recipe.
We love making turkey legs in the air fryer because they turn out perfectly every single time. The outer crust is crisp and the middle is tender and juicy. Trust me when I say that you’re never going to want to eat turkey legs any other way.
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Why you’ll love these air fryer turkey legs
Once you realize how simple it is to cook fried turkey legs, you’re going to keep this simple recipe handy to use all the time.
- Fast and simple to make
- Minimal prep work with maximum flavor
- Great to eat without making a huge mess of dishes!
Air fried turkey legs – ingredients
I told you that this recipe had minimal ingredients! Fast, simple, and delicious! Air Fryer Turkey Legs are so tasty with this seasoning.
- Salt
- Pepper
- ·Chili powder
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cayenne powder
- Cumin
- Turkey legs
How to fry turkey legs in the air fryer
Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for detailed measurements and directions.
Step 1: Prepare the turkey leg
Dry turkey leg and rub the asada seasoning all over the entire leg.
STep 2: Add to the air fryer
Place turkey leg in air fryer basket and spray with oil. You might need to cook one leg at a time depending on the size of either the legs or the air fryer basket.
Step 3: Cook
Cook on 380 for 15 minutes or until internal temperature measures 165°f
Enjoy!
What temperature should a turkey leg be cooked to?
For a turkey leg to be considered cooked all the way, it needs to have an internal temperature of 180 degrees. The best way to check the temperature is to use a meat thermometer.
Is a turkey leg healthy?
They are! As long as they’re not breaded, they’re great for a low carb diet. The turkey legs are also loaded with protein as well.
How to store leftovers
If you have leftovers, that’s awesome. This is because they taste great the next day. You can reheat it in the air fryer or also in the microwave. Either option is fine.
Can you freeze cooked turkey legs?
You can! Just make sure that you store them in a freezer-safe bag and they should be fine to store in the freezer for 2-3 months. Before you reheat, just let them thaw overnight in the fridge.
You’re going to love the ease and flavor of this simple turkey leg recipe! Perfect for a hearty and fast meal that everyone is going to love!
Air Fryer Turkey Leg
You'll love how simple and easy it is to make air fryer turkey legs.
Ingredients
- · 1/2 teaspoon salt
- · 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- · 1 tablespoon chili powder
- · 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- · 1 tablespoon onion powder
- · 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
- · 1 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
1. Dry turkey leg and rub the asada seasoning all over the entire leg.
2. Place turkey leg in air fryer basket and spray with oil. You might need to cook one leg at a time depending on the size of either the legs or the air fryer basket.
3. Cook on 380 for 15 minutes or until internal temperature measures 165°f
4. Enjoy
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About Angela Milnes
Angela Milnes is a Qualified Early Years Teacher who has specialised in teaching. She has a wealth of experience teaching young children and adults. Angela has also taught cooking classes and loves to share both family recipes and easy instant pot recipes here on The Instant Pot Table. Follow her on Pinterest!
