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Cranberry Slow-Cooked Turkey Drumsticks

  • 4 Servings
  • 10 mins Prep Time
  • 4 hrs - 6 hrs Total Time

Ingredients

  • 1 large white or yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (14-ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 package Turkey Drumsticks, skin removed, about 2 pounds
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
Serving Size About 1.25 cups (turkey skin not included in analysis)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 530
Calories from fat 135
% Daily Value*
Total fat 14 g 21 %
Saturated fat 4 g 20 %
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 160 mg 53 %
Sodium 450 mg 19 %
Total Carbohydrates 49 g 16 %
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8 %
Sugars 36 g
Protein 47 g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 6%
Iron 25%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. This is a representation of the nutrition label. The actual nutrition label on the product may vary slightly.

  • Step 1

    Combine the onion, cranberry sauce, chicken broth, vinegar and salt in a 4- to 6-quart oval slow cooker.

  • Step 2

    Add the turkey drumsticks to the slow cooker and coat with the cranberry mixture.

  • Step 3

    Cover and cook until tender, about 4 hours on high, 6 hours on low.

  • Step 4

    Add the frozen cranberries and cook for another 15 minutes.

  • Step 5

    Combine the cornstarch and water and gently stir into the slow cooker. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until sauce bubbles and thickens.

  • Step 6

    Pull the meat from the bones. Serve with mashed potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts (optional).

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