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Disneyland Turkey Legs
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 time
1 day
Cook time
1 hour 15 minutes
Total time
1 day 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 2 turkey legs
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Combine the salt, brown sugar, paprika, and soy sauce in a bowl. Stir thoroughly.
- 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.
- The next day, take the turkey legs out of the marinade. Pat dry and leave out for 30 minutes.
- Roast turkey legs in the oven at 325°F for 45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Remove from oven.
- Rest the turkey legs for 5–10 minutes. Dig in and enjoy!
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