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Turkey legs in the grill.55 minutes to 1 h 5 min at 356°F

Turkey leg, 450-680 g. A useful starting range, with the details that matter.

°F · oz/lb°C · g/kg

Make it your portion.

One piece or reference portion, rather than total basket load.
Stay within your appliance’s supported temperatures.

Changing the size or temperature gives a modelled estimate. How it works

Typical range

Turkey legs, your setting

55 min to 1 h 5 min

at 356°F

Check at 55 min Turn around 27 min

Based on Weber: cooking chart.

Source entry: Turkey leg. Portion controls describe one piece or planning portion; they are separate from the manufacturer’s total basket load.

From preheat to the final check.

  1. 1

    Preheat

    356°F; follow your appliance instructions.

  2. 2

    Cook

    55 minutes to 1 h 5 min; keep pieces evenly spaced.

  3. 3

    Turn

    At about 27 minutes, turn or shake.

  4. 4

    Check

    165°F at the center; Poultry.

  5. 5

    Rest

    No mandatory USDA rest time for this food.

A quick size comparison.

The source reference is marked below. Other rows are modelled estimates at your selected settings.

Turkey legs cooking time by reference size
Reference sizeTypical timeBasis
10 oz35-42 minutesModel estimate
20 oz55 minutes to 1 h 5 minSource reference
40 oz1 h 26 min to 1 h 42 minModel estimate

Same food. Different details.

Print the grill chartSafe internal temperature

A frozen estimate is not supported for this method. Thaw safely before using the reference range.

A few things worth knowing.

How long does turkey legs take in the grill?

For Turkey leg, 450-680 g, the chart baseline is 55 minutes to 1 h 5 min at 356°F. Adjusted sizes and temperatures are modelled estimates.

What makes turkey legs cook faster or slower?

Use evenly sized pieces so the center and outside finish closer together. Thickness, initial temperature and appliance output also matter. A total basket weight does not describe the thickness of each piece.

Can I cook turkey legs from frozen?

This method has no supported frozen model. Thaw safely first and use the reference shape.

When should I start checking?

Check at 55 minutes for this setting. Keep cooking if the center has not reached the appropriate safety endpoint or texture. A timer is a reminder to check.

How do I know when turkey legs is done?

Check the thickest part, away from bone. Whole birds: also check the inner thigh and wing; stuffing must reach 165°F. A thermometer beats any timer.

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Where this range comes from.

Reference facts are compiled from primary charts. Adjusted ranges are planning estimates. Read how we calculate them.