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jerk turkey legs on platter.

Jerk Turkey Legs

Give Thanksgiving an island twist with jerk Turkey Legs, complete with crispy skin and tender, juicy dark meat. These roasted turkey legs bring bold flavour to the holiday table and are so easy to prepare, you’ll want to make them year-round. Perfect for a fuss-free feast that everyone will love!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Course: Chicken & Poultry, Christmas, Jamaican, Main Dishes & Entrees, Thanksgiving
Cuisine: Jamaican
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Taneisha Morris

Equipment

  • Oven Safe Baking Dish
  • Basting Brush or spoon
  • Aluminum Foil optional, if dish has lid
  • Meat Thermometer optional

Ingredients

  • 4 Turkey Legs
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Seasoning Salt
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Jerk Marinade
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Drizzle olive oil over the turkey legs then season with garlic powder, seasoning salt, soy sauce, jerk marinade, salt and pepper, optional until evenly and well coated. Let marinate for 30 minutes to overnight, if time allows.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the dish around the turkey legs to keep them moist while cooking. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, remove the foil. Continue baking the turkey legs for another 30-40 minutes, basting every 10-15 minutes with the pan juices until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and enjoy!

Notes

Here are some extra tips to help with the success of this recipe: 
  • For extra flavour, marinate the turkey legs in the jerk marinade for at least 2 hours to overnight, before baking.
  • Baste turkey legs frequently once uncovered to keep the turkey meat juicy and flavourful.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches 165°F (74°C) for perfectly cooked, tender meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 1057kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 133g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 481mg | Sodium: 1365mg | Potassium: 1939mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1207IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 12mg