Smothered Turkey Wings. Braised tender and juicy turkey wing flats smothered in pan gravy make for a delicious Thanksgiving or Southern meal shake up!!
Happy “Two Weeks Before Thanksgiving” folks!!! OMG! Where did the year go?!?!? I guess time flies when you have a preschooler. I’m really looking forward to slowing down a bit and spending time with the family during the holidays.
HOW TO MAKE SMOTHERED TURKEY WINGS
These smothered turkey wings are heavily seasoned for flavor, covered in onions and butter.
We’re still developing our menu but I just had to share this yummy recipe for Smothered Turkey Wings in case you wanted to try something different this year. These delectable turkey wing flats pair so well with cornbread dressing, cranberry sauce, mac and cheese, greens, and candied yams. Excuse my drool!!! I just can’t wait!!!
OK. Lets talk flats and why I’m insistent on them over the drumette. I think they’re the most tender and moistest part of the white meat section on the bird. Just my opinion!!! They also cook more evenly when they’re separated from the drumette. You could always use the drumettes if you insist with this recipe. However, the flats will be more tender and succulent.
HOW LONG TO COOK TURKEY WINGS IN THE OVEN?
These smothered turkey wings come together in about 2 hours. You just wanna cook them until they are fork tender and practically falling off the bone. Almost half the time it takes to roast a big huge bird!! Less time…and no must-no fuss for the win!
So what do you think about shaking up your Thanksgiving meal this year with these smothered turkey wings? Take a load off and reflect on the true meaning of the season which is to have a heart of thanksgiving! God’s Word states that we are to enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. Psalm 100:4 (KJV). What are you thankful for this year? As for me, there is so very much to be thankful for as He’s been so good and faithful to me and my family. Hallelujah! He is so worthy! Say Grace and enjoy guys!
Easy Smothered Turkey Wings {Flats Only}
Ingredients
- 6-7 lbs. turkey wing flats only I had about 6 3/4 lbs
- 1/4 c olive oil
- 2 T garlic powder
- 2 T onion powder
- 1 T paprika
- 1 T Low Sodium Montreal Chicken Seasoning
- 1 T Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Lawry's Chicken and Poultry
- 1 tsp granulated chicken bouillon powder
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper
- 2 lg sweet onions sliced
- 1 stick butter
- 2 c water
Pan Gravy
- 1 organic turkey gravy packet
- 1 T flour
- 11/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
- 2 c water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Clean wings, pat dry and place in a large roaster pan. Cover wings and rub them down with olive oil.
- Mix all spices together in a small bowl
- Sprinkle the spices over the turkey wings and toss the wings to coat evenly.
- Add the onions and butter into the pan. Pour 2 cups water around the perimeter of the pan being sure not to rinse the spices off.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil
- Braise for 2 hours or until fork tender being sure to baste the wings periodically during cooking time.
- Remove pan from the oven.
Make Pan Gravy
- While wings are braising, start the gravy by pouring one gravy packet into 2 c of water.
- Add flour and chicken bouillon to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Once wings are fork tender, pour gravy around the perimeter of the pan and place back in the oven for 15 minutes uncovered allowing the gravy to thicken.
- Baste the wings with pan gravy and serve over mashed potatoes or rice. Say Grace and enjoy!
Adapted from Cooking With Tammy
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