Best 3 Stuffed Turkey Legs Recipes
"Stuffed turkey legs" is a classic dish that combines convenience and flavor. Turkey legs are a flavorful and cost-effective alternative to a whole turkey, perfect for small gatherings or as a weeknight meal. With their juicy, succulent meat and crispy skin, stuffed turkey legs make for a satisfying main course. This article will explore various stuffing options and cooking techniques to help you create the perfect stuffed turkey leg dish that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to creating this delectable dish!"
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
STUFFED TURKEY LEGS
My dad's favorite, this is in his loving memory. This recipe is a delicious Puerto Rican style turkey. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Zulma Lozano
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make numerous vertical slits in the turkey legs.
- In a small bowl combine the olive oil with the salt, pepper, teriyaki, vinegar and oregano. Marinate turkey legs in the oil mixture.
- Cut onion, green pepper and bacon into small squares (approximately the same size as the slits you cut on the legs). Fill each slit with one piece of pepper, onion and bacon.
- After the legs are stuffed, brown them in the oil mixture on medium-high. Reduce temperature to low and cover. Cook for 45 minutes or until meat starts to separate from the bone. If the legs dry out when cooking, add a little water to the skillet and lower the temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 191 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 78.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 4307.3 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
CLASSIC STUFFED TURKEY
For years, my mother has made this moist stuffed turkey recipe. Now, I do the same thing. The turkey stuffing nicely compliments the tender, juicy slices of oven-roasted turkey. -Kathi Graham, Naperville, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h5m
Yield 12 servings (10 cups stuffing).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the onions, celery and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add broth and seasonings; mix well. Place bread cubes in a large bowl; add mushroom mixture and toss to coat. Stir in enough warm water to reach desired moistness. , Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey. Place any remaining stuffing in a greased baking dish; cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together with kitchen string. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with melted butter., Bake turkey, uncovered, at 325° for 3-3/4 to 4-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 30-40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cover turkey with foil and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 961mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
STUFFED TURKEY LEGS
Turkey legs is one of those items you never think about cooking. Unless your at a state or local fair then you see people walking around like Fred Flintstone eating huge turkey legs, I wanted to do something a little more up scale and economical. Enjoy!!
Provided by kmergirl
Categories Poultry
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Debone turkey thigh up to leg joint. Do not detach deboned thigh meat from leg. Sauté mushrooms and artichoke hearts in olive oil until soft. De-glaze the pan with wine. In a large bowl mix the seasoned bread stuffing mixture, herbs, artichoke hearts, mushrooms and pine nuts. Add enough of the chicken stock to give the stuffing a moist soft consistency. Stuff the thigh and close using wooden skewers. Sear turkey leg in a sauté pan with hot olive oil until golden brown. Transfer to oven and finish at 400 ° until done (approximately 20-25 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1458.2, Fat 78.8, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 581.2, Sodium 692.3, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 166.8
Tips:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey legs are cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Stuff the turkey legs with a variety of flavorful ingredients, such as herbs, vegetables, and cheeses.
- Roast the turkey legs in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until the skin is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.
- Serve the turkey legs with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
- Leftover turkey legs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Stuffed turkey legs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a party appetizer. With a variety of stuffing options and cooking methods, there are endless possibilities to create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook turkey, give stuffed turkey legs a try.
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