Name: Air Fried Turkey
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian, American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 3 fresh whole basil leaves; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic powder or use 2 fresh cloves of smashed or crushed garlic; Optional: fresh rosemary or thyme leaves can be added around 1/2 teaspoon each; *2 pounds turkey assorted turkey parts bone-in (if you use the breast you will need to cook those longer to 165 degrees internal temperature)

One of the fastest cooking methods is Air Frying and these Turkey Drumsticks, Wings, Thighs, or Breasts didn't disappoint us, they were juicy tender, and off-the-charts delicious.

Busy schedules still require a delicious meal, and working during the holiday can be very stressful to try and put a quick meal on the table that's traditional, especially for retail and first responders.

These turkey pieces are perfect for on-the-go, working folks on Thanksgiving and will still give that total delicious turkey craving matched up with some taters and gravy and you're going to love the answer for this fast and easy meal.

I have done these also baked or on the stovetop, however, they certainly will take a lot longer than just 25 minutes to get that crispy skin results with juicy tender turkey meat inside.

If you're in a hurry this will be the answer to any weeknight meal all year round for turkey lovers!

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Easy Turkey Drumsticks, Thighs, and Wings Air Fried

first mix all the seasoning together with herbs, oil, and butter
heat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 degrees
baste the turkey pieces with the butter mixture and seasonings
oil spray the basket
air fryer for 25 minutes turning once
check the thickest part with an instant-read thermometer to register at 165 degrees to ensure it's done!
Note: the breast will take longer to cook
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This dish is terrific served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Homemade Turkey Gravy

Shopping List (scroll down and hit print for measurements)

bone-in turkey parts, wings, legs, thighs
butter
crushed garlic cloves or granulated garlic powder
fresh parsley
fresh basil
olive oil
smoked paprika
poultry seasoning
salt, pepper
optional: fresh thyme and rosemary

Tips:

use any bone-in turkey parts or chicken can be substituted
we have made anywhere between 4 to 8 pieces depending on the sizes of the thighs
use an instant-read meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is at 165 degrees internal temperature
add more butter or olive oil if you decide to fry on the stovetop
heat the air fryer basket for 5 minutes or the frying pan before frying the turkey
for crispier skin broil the turkey for a few minutes on high
turkey takes around 10 minutes per pound so allow again for different thickness and size

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Any parts of the turkey you prefer can be air-fried and substituted, or even chicken, the seasoning and flavors are fantastic with any poultry parts just ensure you're using an instant-read thermometer for accuracy and safety measures when it comes to fully being cooked.

We love to serve these with Homemade Gravy, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Boiled Milk Corn on the Cob.

I also love our Skillet Chocolate Cookie and a Blueberry Skillet Cake with Rum Sauce for you to try for dessert which are both old-fashioned desserts.

Air Fried Turkey

Yield: 4

Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Juicy Air Fried turkey drumsticks, wings, or thighs in a fantastic seasoning mix made deliciously crispy and an easy recipe.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon melted butter
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 fresh whole basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic powder or use 2 fresh cloves of smashed or crushed garlic
Optional: fresh rosemary or thyme leaves can be added around 1/2 teaspoon each
*2 pounds turkey assorted turkey parts bone-in (if you use the breast you will need to cook those longer to 165 degrees internal temperature)

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes before air frying and oil spray the basket.
In a small bowl whisk together all the seasoning ingredients until combined.
Using a silicone brush, slather on the mixture to any turkey parts with the seasoning mixture.
Place the seasoned turkey parts on the oil-sprayed basket air fryer tray.
Air fry for 25 minutes turning once then checking with an instant-read thermometer that it reads 165 degrees in the thickest part.
*Note: Turkey legs, thighs, and bone-in breast parts can be substituted however may need longer cooking periods so it is important to use the instant-read thermometer to ensure those pieces are cooked all the way through for safety reasons that are completely cooked all the way through.
That tool comes in handy for accuracy when cooking any meat and is very useful for thicker pieces that are bone-in.

Notes

Tips:

use any bone-in turkey parts or chicken can be substituted
we have made anywhere between 4 to 8 pieces depending on the sizes of the thighs
use an instant-read meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is at 165 degrees internal temperature
add more butter or olive oil if you decide to fry on the stovetop
heat the air fryer basket for 5 minutes or the frying pan before frying the turkey
for crispier skin broil the turkey for a few minutes on high

Nutrition Facts

Calories

401.89

Fat (grams)

22.55 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

6.55 g

Carbs (grams)

1.41 g

Fiber (grams)

0.38 g

Net carbs

1.04 g

Sugar (grams)

0.08 g

Protein (grams)

45.76 g

Sodium (milligrams)

407.18 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

136.81 mg

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