Smothered Turkey Wings
Smothered Turkey Wings
Ingredients:
- 4 to 5 turkey wings
- 1 bottle Tony Chachere’s Roasted Garlic & Herb injectable marinade
- 3 to 4 tablespoons onion seasoning (onion powder)
- 3 to 4 tablespoons garlic powder
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 to 4 tablespoons paprika
- 4 tablespoons Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning
- 3 green bell peppers, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 whole onion, diced
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of celery soup
Directions:
1. Inject each turkey wing with Tony Chachere’s marinade.
2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, onion seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic &
Herb seasoning.
3. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the turkey wings.
4. Marinate the wings in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
6. Place the turkey wings in a large roasting pan.
7. Add the diced green peppers, red pepper, and onion on top of the wings.
8. In a bowl, mix the chicken stock, a little leftover Tony’s marinade (optional), cream of chicken soup,
cream of celery soup, and a little more of each seasoning if desired.
9. Pour this mixture over the turkey wings and vegetables.
10. Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.
11. Bake for 2 hours at 375°F.
12. Remove the foil and bake for 1 more hour to brown the wings and thicken gravy
Smothered turkey wings are a comforting classic that bring bold southern flavors to your dinner table. Using Tony Chachere’s Roasted Garlic & Herb injectable marinade is a smart choice to infuse the poultry deeply with seasoning, making the wings moist and incredibly tasty. The combination of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb seasoning creates a robust dry rub that complements the marinade beautifully. Incorporating diced green and red bell peppers and onions adds a sweet and savory layer to the dish, while the mix of chicken stock with cream of chicken and cream of celery soups forms a luscious gravy that keeps the meat juicy during the slow oven cooking process. The step of covering the roasting pan tightly with foil for the first two hours helps the flavors meld and keeps the wings tender, while uncovering it in the final hour allows the skin to crisp up and the gravy to thicken perfectly. For best results, marinating the wings in the fridge for at least three hours is essential to let all the spices penetrate. This dish pairs wonderfully with traditional southern sides like collard greens, cornbread, or creamy mashed potatoes. Whether you're preparing a hearty family meal or impressing guests, this smothered turkey wing recipe delivers rich, satisfying flavors with surprisingly simple ingredients and steps. Consider using fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for a personalized twist, or add a touch of cayenne pepper if you prefer a little heat. This recipe shows that with minimal effort and common pantry ingredients, you can create a soul-warming meal that’s bursting with taste and texture.
