Here’s a soul-satisfying, tender, and flavorful Smothered Turkey Wings recipe — slow-baked in a savory onion gravy until they fall-off-the-bone. It’s a Southern comfort food classic!
🍗 Smothered Turkey Wings
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
🍽️ Servings: 4–6
✅ Ingredients
For the Turkey Wings:
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4–5 turkey wings, split at the joint
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2 tsp seasoned salt
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
For the Gravy:
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1 large onion, sliced
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1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
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2 cups chicken or turkey broth
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1 cup water
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2 tbsp flour
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2 tbsp butter or oil
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1 tsp poultry seasoning
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Salt & pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep and Season Turkey Wings
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Clean and pat dry the turkey wings.
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In a bowl, mix the seasonings and rub all over the wings.
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Place the wings in a baking dish or roasting pan.
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Drizzle with oil and toss to coat.
2. Bake Covered
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Cover the pan tightly with foil and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until wings are tender.
3. Make the Gravy
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While wings are baking, melt butter (or heat oil) in a skillet over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour and cook for 2–3 minutes to make a light brown roux.
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Slowly add broth and water, whisking until smooth.
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Stir in sliced onions, bell pepper (if using), poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Smother the Wings
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Remove foil from turkey wings and pour the gravy over them.
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Return uncovered to the oven and bake for another 30–40 minutes, basting occasionally, until golden and the gravy is thick and bubbling.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve your smothered turkey wings over:
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Mashed potatoes
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Rice or dirty rice
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Cornbread
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Collard greens or green beans