Luckily, these irresistibly sweet and spicy baked turkey wings aren’t one of them. And, because I’m Imma, I made this turkey recipe even simpler. This winner recipe is as simple as baking the turkey wings until crispy and tossing them in an incredibly luscious and lip-smacking honey soy garlic sauce. I bet you’ll enjoy licking your fingers after you try these amazing turkey wings. Oh yes! It’s all about the sauce, baby! And you’ll find more about my “secret sauce” as you read along. 😉 However, turkey wings are incredibly versatile. You can bake them, smother them, fry them, you name it. Plus, they’re now available almost year-round, so turkey wings make a convenient weeknight meal for a turkey hit any time of year.
The Ingredient List
How to Bake Turkey Wings
The Turkey Wings
Preheat oven to 400°F (205℃) when ready to bake. Rinse turkey wings. If time permits, let them dry uncovered in the fridge for 2-3 hours. If rushed for time, dry wings with a paper towel or kitchen towel and proceed with the next step. Spice Rub – Place the turkey wings in a large bowl with the jerk spices, pepper, and a drizzle of oil (optional) and toss to coat. (Photo 1) Arrange – Line a baking pan with aluminum foil, and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the wings in a single layer. (While they’re baking, the fat will slowly drip into the bottom for crispy instead of soggy wings.) Bake them until cooked through and the skin is crispy (45-50 minutes). Rotate wings halfway through—roughly 25 minutes. (Photo 2) Serve – Remove and serve with your favorite sauce, or use the sauce below.
The Sauce
Saute – Add butter to a medium or small skillet and melt. Then add garlic and chopped green onions. Sauté for a minute or more. (Photos 3-4) Simmer – Then add ketchup, honey, brown sugar, lemon juice, hot sauce, and soy sauce. Simmer for about 2 minutes. (Photo 5) Cornstarch – In a separate small bowl, thoroughly mix the cornstarch with the pineapple juice or water. Thicken – Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes. You will then have a thick, sticky sauce. Adjust seasonings to taste. (Photo 6) Serve -Let it cool slightly and serve it with turkey wings.
Recipe Twists
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
Marinate your turkey wings ahead of time to make them extra flavorful. Refrigerate them in a sealed container or freezer-safe resealable bag for a day or two. You can also safely freeze them for 3-4 months. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and bake them as usual. Refrigerate leftover turkey wings in a sealed container or freezer-safe resealable bag for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months and reheat them in the oven.
Sauces to Dip Crispy Turkey Wings In
You can skip the sweet and sticky sauce of this baked turkey wings recipe and try these delicious dips instead.
What to Serve With Oven Baked Turkey Wings
These guys are fabulous as a snack or appetizer. But they also love being with garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and sweet potato pie for a traditional holiday dinner. Of course, baked turkey wings smothered in gravy are super easy and delicious.
More Fantastically Tasty Turkey Recipes to Try
By Imma
Watch How to Make It
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