AmericanMainDairy-Free

Disneyland Turkey Legs

Name: Disneyland Turkey Legs
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 turkey legs; 1 tbsp salt; 2 tbsp dark brown sugar; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp soy sauce

Smoky, sweet, and impossibly juicy, these massive turkey legs deliver that iconic Disneyland magic straight to your kitchen with a simple dry rub and slow roasting. The combination of smoked paprika, brown sugar, and soy sauce creates a caramelized crust that's irresistibly savory with subtle sweetness. Perfect for a fun carnival-style dinner or impressing guests who crave that nostalgic theme park experience.

Prep

1 day

Cook

1 hour 15 minutes

Total

1 day 1 hour 15 minutes

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Instructions

1
Combine the salt, brown sugar, paprika, and soy sauce in a bowl. Stir thoroughly.
2
Put the turkey legs in a gallon freezer bag and pour the marinade on top. Rub it into the turkey legs. Store in the fridge overnight.
3
The next day, take the turkey legs out of the marinade. Pat dry and leave out for 30 minutes.
4
Roast turkey legs in the oven at 325°F for 45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Remove from oven.
5
Rest the turkey legs for 5–10 minutes. Dig in and enjoy!

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