Turkey Leg Recipe: Juicy Roasted Leg Quarters, Crispy Skin

Name: Turkey Leg Recipe: Juicy Roasted Leg Quarters, Crispy Skin
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 20 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Slices of lemon slices and red onion, some fresh rosemary and garlic cloves; 2 turkey leg quarters (about 1½ to 2 lb each); 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:1h 20min

This turkey leg recipe roasts bone in leg quarters over lemon, red onion, garlic, and fresh herbs until the skin is golden and the dark meat is tender. It's one pan, 10 minutes of prep, and no whole turkey to thaw or carve.

Updated at: Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:28:40 GMT