
Crispy Air Fryer Turkey Legs with Tangy Cranberry Glaze
Enjoy perfectly crispy turkey legs with a sweet and tangy cranberry glaze. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment Needed
- Air Fryer
- Baking sheet
- Cooling Rack
- Meat Thermometer
- Medium bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 4.00 piecesTurkey Legs(Ensure turkey legs are patted dry.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsBrown Sugar(Dark brown sugar adds depth of flavor.)
- 4.00 teaspoonsPoultry Seasoning(Use a blend of your choice.)
- 1.00 tablespoonKosher Salt(Adjust to taste.)
- 2.00 teaspoonsGarlic Powder(Enhances the flavor profile.)
- 2.00 teaspoonsSmoked Paprika(Adds a smoky touch.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For brushing the turkey legs.)
- 1.00 14-ounce canWhole-Berry Cranberry Sauce(Use fresh cranberries for a more intense flavor.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsDark Brown Sugar(Adds sweetness to the glaze.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsLemon Juice(Adds a bright citrus flavor.)
- 1.00 largeThyme Sprig(Fresh thyme is recommended.)
- 1.00 mediumOrange Juice(Freshly squeezed is best.)
- 1.00 mediumOrange Zest(Adds a citrusy aroma.)
- 0.50 teaspoonKosher Salt(Adjust to taste.)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, poultry seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Pat turkey legs dry with paper towels.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Rub spice mixture all over turkey legs, ensuring even coating.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Refrigerate seasoned turkey legs for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
Estimated time: 120 minutes
Remove turkey legs from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Brush turkey legs with vegetable oil.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Place turkey legs in air fryer basket.
Estimated time: 1 minutes
Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Estimated time: 25 minutes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, thyme, orange juice, and salt.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Stir in orange zest and let infuse for 5 minutes.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve turkey legs with cranberry glaze.
Estimated time: 1 minutes