Description
These Honey Baked Turkey Wings are tender and flavorful, slow-baked to perfection with a smoky spice rub and a sweet, tangy honey glaze. Perfect for a comforting family meal, these wings develop a beautiful caramelized crust while staying juicy inside.
Ingredients
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Turkey Wings
- 4 large turkey wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Honey Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with foil for easy cleanup.
- Season the Wings: Pat the turkey wings dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and evenly coat with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning into the wings to ensure full coverage.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake the wings in the oven for 1 hour. This slow cooking will help tenderize the meat.
- Make the Glaze: While the wings bake, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, melted butter, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl until smooth and combined.
- Glaze and Finish Baking: After 1 hour, remove the foil and generously brush the honey glaze over the wings. Return the wings to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes to caramelize the glaze, basting once halfway through.
- Rest and Serve: Once the wings are golden and sticky, remove them from the oven. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices and enhance flavor.
Notes
- Patting the wings dry before seasoning helps the spice rub stick better and improves browning.
- Covering with foil during the initial baking keeps the meat moist and tender.
- Basting during the final bake encourages a sticky, shiny glaze that caramelizes well.
- You can adjust the honey amount if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet glaze.
- Leftover wings can be refrigerated and reheated gently to retain moisture.
