Description
Tender turkey wings slow-cooked in a rich, savory gravy with traditional Southern seasonings—a soul food Thanksgiving classic.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 4 large turkey wings, separated at joints
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Season turkey wings with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown turkey wings on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer, then return turkey wings to the skillet. Add bay leaves.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5–2 hours, until turkey is tender and gravy has thickened. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.