How Long Does It Take To Cook A Turkey Leg And Thigh. The general rule is 15 to 20 minutes per pound of turkey when cooking an unstuffed turkey. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil then reduce it slightly to a low boil that won t splash.
If needed give them an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Roast thawed turkey thighs for 1 1 2 hours or until the temperature on a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees fahrenheit. Wrap the turkey leg in foil.
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The last part is easy but also important. Bring the liquid to a rolling boil then reduce it slightly to a low boil that won t splash. Boil the turkey legs for about 60 minutes. Take a sprig of rosemary pull the needles off and sprinkle it all over the turkey thigh.
