This slow cooker smothered turkey wings recipe is a flavorful dish where the gravy cooks along with the turkey wings in the crockpot. Sunday dinner, hosting a smaller Thanksgiving, planning an intimate Christmas dinner, or just want to enjoy turkey wings, this fuss-free crockpot version is sure to impress. Instructions to cook smothered turkey wings in the Instant Pot are also included in this blog post.
Ingredients For Slow Cooker Smothered Turkey Wings
- Turkey Wings
- Onion
- Bell Pepper
- Garlic
- Chicken Broth
- Cornstarch
- Seasonings: dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper
How To Make Smothered Turkey Wings In The Crock-Pot
- Add the broth, cornstarch, and gravy seasonings to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps.
- Add the turkey wings to a large bowl. Drizzle with oil and add all the turkey seasonings. Mix until the turkey wings are evenly seasoned on all sides. Place the seasoned turkey wings into the slow cooker.
- Top with the onion and bell pepper.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8.
- Remove the turkey wings, onions, and bell peppers. Stir the gravy in the slow cooker. Serve the gravy over the turkey wings & vegetables.
FAQs & Tips
What are smothered turkey wings?
Smothered turkey wings are seasoned turkey wings that are slow cooked in gravy until tender. There are many ways to make this classic Southern recipe.
Can you use flour as a thickening agent?
Unfortunately, I have not made this recipe using flour as a substitute to the cornstarch.
Is this spicy?
Nope!
How do you serve smothered turkey wings?
Technically you can just eat the smothered wings as-is with the gravy, onions, and bell peppers. These are great with a side like rice or mashed potatoes. Pasta is another good option.
How do you store leftovers?
Store leftover crockpot smothered turkey wings in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
What size slow cooker did you use?
I use a 6-quart slow cooker for this recipe.
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Slow Cooker Smothered Turkey Wings
This slow cooker smothered turkey wings recipe is a flavorful dish where the gravy cooks along with the turkey wings in the crockpot. Sunday dinner, hosting a smaller Thanksgiving, planning an intimate Christmas dinner, or just want to enjoy turkey wings, this fuss-free crockpot version is sure to impress. Instructions to cook smothered turkey wings in the Instant Pot are also included in this blog post.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds turkey wings, cleaned and separated into flats and drumettes with the tips removed
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon oil
Gravy Seasoning
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or more)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Turkey Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or more)
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add the broth, cornstarch, and gravy seasonings to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps.
- Add the turkey wings to a large bowl. Drizzle with oil and add all the turkey seasonings. Mix until the turkey wings are evenly seasoned on all sides. Place the seasoned turkey wings into the slow cooker.
- Top with the onion and bell pepper.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8.
- Remove the turkey wings, onions, and bell peppers. Stir the gravy in the slow cooker. Serve the gravy over the turkey wings & vegetables.
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