Smothered Baked Turkey Wings in Gravy

Ready in

170 mins

Cuisine

American · Soul Food

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

150 min

Serving

4-6 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~600 kcal
Recipe by Philly Jay Cooking on YouTube
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Get a large baking dish, as you will be baking 4 pounds of turkey wings.

  2. Arrange Turkey Wings and Vegetables

    Place the turkey wings into the large baking dish. Distribute the chopped red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion evenly over and around the turkey wings.

  3. Season the Turkey Wings

    Generously sprinkle your desired seasonings over the turkey wings and vegetables. Massage the seasonings into both sides of the turkey wings to ensure even coating.

  4. Add Butter and Broth

    Place several small cubes of butter over each turkey wing. Pour approximately 1/4 of the turkey or chicken broth into the baking dish.

  5. Initial Baking (Covered)

    Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil, ensuring a good seal. Place the covered dish into the preheated oven and bake for approximately . This step is to make the turkey wings tender.

  6. Check Tenderness and Remove Wings

    After , carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Remove the aluminum foil. Use a fork to check if the turkey wings are fork-tender. Once tender, carefully remove all the turkey wings from the baking dish and set them aside on a separate tray.

  7. Prepare the Gravy Slurry

    In a separate bowl, add the all-purpose flour to the remaining turkey or chicken broth. Stir vigorously with a fork until the flour is completely dissolved and no lumps remain, creating a smooth slurry.

  8. Create the Gravy Base

    Add the chicken flavored bouillon cube to the liquid remaining in the baking dish. Pour the prepared flour slurry into the baking dish, stirring continuously as you pour to incorporate it evenly and begin thickening the gravy.

  9. Return Wings to Gravy

    Carefully place the baked turkey wings back into the baking dish, submerging them in the gravy. Spoon some of the gravy over the top of each turkey wing.

  10. Final Baking (Uncovered)

    Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Place the uncovered baking dish back into the oven. Continue to bake until the turkey wings are nicely browned and crispy, and the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency. This step helps to achieve a beautiful golden-brown color and a richer gravy.

Before You Cook

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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)

  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Use chicken wings instead ofIngredient swap

    Use chicken wings instead of turkey wings for a quicker cooking time.

  • Add other vegetables like carrotsCustomise

    Add other vegetables like carrots or celery for more flavor and nutrients.

  • Experiment with different seasoning blends

    Experiment with different seasoning blends to customize the flavor profile.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipFor a Printable Recipe with

    For a printable recipe with full ingredient list and detailed instructions, visit phillyjaycooking.com.

  • Flavour tipYou Can Use Any Color

    You can use any color bell peppers you like, but green bell peppers are recommended for flavor.

  • TipEnsure the Aluminum Foil Creates

    Ensure the aluminum foil creates a tight seal to keep the turkey wings moist during the initial baking phase.

  • TipAdjust the Amount of Flour

    Adjust the amount of flour in the slurry to achieve your desired gravy thickness.

  • TipFor Crispier Turkey Skin

    Broil for a few minutes after the final bake, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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