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Roasted Turkey Wings

Delicious roasted turkey wings with crispy skin and tender meat, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 whole turkey wings about 3 to 4 pounds total, patted completely dry
  • 3 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1.5 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water optional, for extra moisture
  • Fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Large rimmed baking sheet
  • Paper towels
  • Small bowl for seasoning mix
  • Instant-read meat thermometer
  • Tongs or a sturdy fork
  • Aluminum foil (optional, for tenting)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Pat the turkey wings completely dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Place the dried turkey wings on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and coat with the spice blend.
  5. Pour chicken broth or water into the bottom of the baking sheet.
  6. Roast the wings for 30 minutes.
  7. Lower the oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  8. Check for doneness with a meat thermometer; it should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  9. Remove from oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the wings.
  10. Let the turkey wings rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

These turkey wings are perfect for serving with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.