Description
Smothered turkey wings are a Southern comfort food classic, featuring tender turkey wings simmered in a rich, savory gravy for a meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 turkey wings, split into drumettes and flats
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or turkey stock
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning or dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- Optional: Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Turkey Wings
- Rinse the turkey wings under cold water and pat dry. Trim excess fat. Split wings into drumettes and flats for even cooking.
- Season
- Rub the turkey wings with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey wings until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Make the Gravy
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring continuously to make a roux. Gradually add stock while whisking to create a smooth gravy.
- Simmer
- Return turkey wings to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated in the gravy. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5–2 hours or until the wings are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve hot with mashed potatoes, collard greens, or cornbread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Southern / Soul Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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