Smothered Turkey Wings
Smothered turkey wings are the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender meat enveloped in a rich, savory sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this dish is easy to prepare yet bursting with flavor. Picture juicy turkey wings simmering in a luscious sauce filled with aromatic herbs and spices. Serve them alongside fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes, and watch as this delightful meal becomes a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large turkey wings (about 2 lbs)
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup cold water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Rinse and pat dry turkey wings; season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, thyme, and black pepper; pour into the skillet and let simmer briefly.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture until sauce thickens.
- Place turkey wings in the baking dish and pour sauce evenly over them; cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and are fork-tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg