Braised Turkey Legs Recipe

Name: Braised Turkey Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 skin-on turkey drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds); 2 skin-on, bone-in turkey thighs (about 2 pounds); Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 large leeks, whites and pale greens, chopped; 6 celery stalks, thinly sliced; 8 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 1/2 cups dry white wine; 4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley, plus 1/2 cup chopped leaves; 4 sprigs thyme; 2 sprigs sage; 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 8 small carrots, tops trimmed, carrots halved lengthwise; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Servings: persons

2 skin-on turkey drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 skin-on, bone-in turkey thighs (about 2 pounds)
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large leeks, whites and pale greens, chopped
6 celery stalks, thinly sliced
8 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley, plus 1/2 cup chopped leaves
4 sprigs thyme
2 sprigs sage
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
8 small carrots, tops trimmed, carrots halved lengthwise
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

1
Season turkey with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Working in batches, cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, 15-20 minutes per batch; transfer to a large plate.
2
Add onion, leeks, celery, and garlic to pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5-8 minutes. Add wine, parsley, and thyme and sage sprigs; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until reduced by half, 8-10 minutes.
3
Return turkey to pot and add broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer until meat is tender and cooked through and liquid is reduced by half, 2 1/2-3 hours. Add carrots and cook, uncovered, until carrots are soft and meat is falling off the bone, 35-45 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
4
Transfer turkey and carrots to a platter. Strain sauce; serve alongside. Top with chives and 1/2 cup chopped parsley.

1235

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

156

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 skin-on turkey drumsticks (about 1 1/2 pounds), 2 skin-on, bone-in turkey thighs (about 2 pounds), Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Braised Turkey Legs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Braised Turkey Legs

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