These Oven Baked Turkey Wings are a new family favorite!! Baked low and slow for fall off the bone goodness!
I love a good turkey wing, and this oven-baked method is one of my favorite ways to prepare them. The combination of BBQ seasoning and savory chicken stock creates so much flavor, while baking them covered helps the meat become incredibly tender.
It is an easy, comforting meal that my family loves, and for this one you don't even need a smoker!
If you like this easy recipe, be sure to try some of our other delicious turkey recipes like Smoked Turkey Wings, Turkey Legs or a Spatchcock Turkey.
Reader Review: "I made these oven-baked wings for myself and I ate them all! They were delicious and I will be making them again." - Janice
Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Fork-Tender Turkey: Baking the wings low and slow before finishing them covered creates incredibly tender meat.
- Simple Pantry Ingredients: You only need a handful of everyday ingredients to make this dish.
- Easy Oven Method: No special equipment needed. Just let your oven do the work!
Ingredients
- Turkey Wings: Separated into drubettes and flats. This makes serving easier!
- Chicken Stock: Adds moisture and flavor as the wings finish baking.
- Corn Starch: To help thicken the stock mixture.
- BBQ Rub: I used a sweet heat BBQ rub for a touch of spice! Use your favorite!
- Bell Pepper: A colorful bell pepper adds flavor and sweetness!
- Sweet Onion: I love a sweet onion for this recipe to add some savory flavor.
- Butter: For extra richness!
- Garlic Cloves: To add a layer of flavor that pairs perfectly with the BBQ seasoning.
Tim's Tip: Make sure to bake covered for 30 minutes. This will trap moisture and help break down connective tissue for a tender wing.
How to Make Oven Baked Turkey Wings
1. Prepare the Turkey Wings: Separate the turkey wings into drumettes and flats. Pat them dry with paper towels and generously season all sides with the BBQ rub.
Place the seasoned wings in the refrigerator uncovered for 1 hour. This gives the seasoning time to work into the meat and helps dry the surface before baking.
2. Bake the Turkey Wings: Preheat your oven to 250°F.
Lightly oil a baking dish and arrange the turkey wings in a single layer.
Bake until the internal temperature reaches approximately 140°F. This should take about 1 hour, depending on the size of your wings.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: Remove the turkey wings from the oven and increase the temperature to 350°F.
Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, butter and minced garlic to the baking dish, arranging them around the turkey wings.
4. Prepare the Chicken Stock Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and chicken stock until completely dissolved. Pour the mixture over the wings and vegetables.
5. Finish Baking the Turkey Wings: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and return it to the oven. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the turkey wings reach approximately 200°F and are fork tender. My total cooking time was about 2 hours. Remove from the oven, allowing a brief rest, and serve with plenty of that delicious pan sauce.
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Expert Tips
- Pat the Wings Dry: Removing excess moisture helps the BBQ rub to stick to the turkey wings.
- Don't Skip the Refrigeration: The hour in the refrigerator helps the seasoning penetrate the meat.
- Dissolve the Cornstarch: Always whisk the cornstarch into the cold chicken stock to prevent lumps.
Substitutions and Variations
- BBQ Rub: I used a sweet heat BBQ rub, but you can substitute your favorite BBQ seasoning, Cajun seasoning, or Creole seasoning.
- Chicken Stock: Turkey stock or Chicken broth both can work well.
- Vegetables: For a little more flavor add in celery. Red, yellow or orange bell pepper can work!
- Sweeten it Up: Add a little brown sugar or honey to the chicken stock mixture!
Storage
Refrigerator: Allow the turkey wings to cool and store them in an airtight container along with some of the sauce. Store for 3-4 days.
Freezer: Place cooled turkey wings and some sauce in a freezer safe container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating.
Reheating: Place the wings in a baking dish with the sauce (or a splash of chicken stock). Cover with foil and bake at 325°F until heated through. This will keep the eat moist and tender.
FAQs
Covering helps the baking dish trap steam to help the turkey wings become tender while they finish cooking.
Absolutely! Prepare the wings ahead of time and refrigerate them. Reheat covered in the oven until heated through.
You can usually find turkey wings in the poultry section of your local grocery store. They are often sold near turkey breast and drumsticks. I always ask the meat department for help if needed, they can order them for you.
What to Serve with Oven Baked Turkey Wings
These turkey wings are delicious with classic comfort food sides!
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Recipe
Oven Baked Turkey Wings
Equipment
- 1 Oven
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Turkey Wings Separated into flats and drumettes
- 2 tablespoon BBQ Rub
- ½ Red Bell Pepper
- ½ Sweet Onion
- 4 tablespoon Butter
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- ½ tablespoon Corn Starch
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey Wings: Separate the turkey wings into drumettes and flats. Pat them dry with paper towels and generously season all sides with the BBQ rub. 2 lbs Turkey Wings 2 tbsp BBQ RubPlace the seasoned wings in the refrigerator uncovered for 1 hour. This gives the seasoning time to work into the meat and helps dry the surface before baking.
- Bake the Turkey Wings: Preheat your oven to 250°F. Lightly oil a baking dish and arrange the turkey wings in a single layer. Bake until the internal temperature reaches approximately 140°F. This should take about 1 hour, depending on the size of your wings.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Remove the turkey wings from the oven and increase the temperature to 350°F. Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, butter and minced garlic to the baking dish, arranging them around the turkey wings. ½ Red Bell Pepper ½ Sweet Onion 4 tbsp Butter 2 Garlic Cloves
- Prepare the Chicken Stock Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and chicken stock until completely dissolved. Pour the mixture over the wings and vegetables. 1 cup Chicken Stock ½ tbsp Corn Starch
- Finish Baking the Turkey Wings: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and return it to the oven. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the turkey wings reach approximately 200°F and are fork tender. My total cooking time was about 2 hours. Remove from the oven, allowing a brief rest, and serve with plenty of that delicious pan sauce.
Notes
- Pat the Wings Dry: Removing excess moisture helps the BBQ rub to stick to the turkey wings.
- Don't Skip the Refrigeration: The hour in the refrigerator helps the seasoning penetrate the meat.
- Dissolve the Cornstarch: Always whisk the cornstarch into the cold chicken stock to prevent lumps.
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