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Slow Cooker Turkey Legs

Cook turkey legs in the slow cooker for thighs and drumsticks that are juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned. Try this for Thanksgiving when you don't want to cook an entire turkey. My daughters and husband love this with jellied cranberry sauce, quick stuffing, and gravy.

Slow Cooker Turkey Legs on a platter garnished with green herbs and red berries
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
7 hrs
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
7 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
6 turkey legs

Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 6 turkey legs

  • 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 6 sheets aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Slow Cooker Turkey Legs ingredients on a counter

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  2. Rinse turkey legs and pat dry. Season with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.

    Seasoned turkey legs on a baking sheet

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  3. Wrap each leg tightly in aluminum foil. Place wrapped legs into a slow cooker with no liquid or other ingredients. Cover and cook on Low until meat is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

    Turkey Legs wrapped with aluminum foil in a slow cooker

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  4. Remove from the slow cooker and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Carefully remove and discard foil. Separate thighs from drumsticks.

    Slow Cooker Turkey Legs with aluminum foil in a slow cooker

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

217 Calories
7g Fat
0g Carbs
36g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 217
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 102mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%
Protein 36g 73%
Calcium 32mg 2%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 323mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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