Description
This Smothered Turkey Wing Dinner features tender, flavorful turkey wings slow-cooked in a rich, creamy gravy made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and a blend of spices. Perfectly browned and simmered to juicy perfection, these wings are garnished with fresh parsley and make a comforting meal when served over mashed potatoes or rice with a side of steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey Wings
- 4 large turkey wings (Approximately 3 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Sauce
- 1 medium onion (Chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (Minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Garnish
- 1 bunch fresh parsley (For garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Turkey Wings: Generously coat the turkey wings with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to ensure rich flavor throughout the dish.
- Brown the Wings: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey wings for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove and set aside to retain juices.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent and aromatic, about 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: While the onions cook, whisk together heavy cream, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and flour in a bowl until smooth to create the flavorful gravy base.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the browned turkey wings to the skillet and pour the cream mixture over them. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low to gently cook.
- Cook Slowly: Let the turkey wings simmer in the creamy gravy for about 1 hour, turning once during cooking. This slow simmering makes the meat tender and thickens the gravy nicely.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove from heat and allow to rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley to brighten presentation and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the smothered turkey wings over creamy mashed potatoes or rice alongside steamed green beans or your preferred vegetable for a hearty meal.
- Store Leftovers: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate wings overnight with the spices before cooking.
- Ensure the gravy thickens by evenly whisking flour into the cream mixture to avoid lumps.
- Use a heavy skillet or Dutch oven for better heat retention during simmering.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving, especially salt and pepper.
- Leftover gravy can be saved and reheated with mashed potatoes or vegetables.
- Substitute turkey wings with chicken wings if desired, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large turkey wing with sauce
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
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