Roasted Turkey Wings with Crispy Potatoes and Herbs
Turkey Wings & Potatoes
Tender roasted turkey wings paired with golden crispy potatoes and aromatic herbs. A hearty, satisfying dinner that's easier than you'd think.
Nutrition (per serving)
Turkey wings often get overlooked, but they're absolutely wonderful when roasted. The meat is incredibly flavourful, more tender than you'd expect, and far less expensive than other poultry cuts. Paired with potatoes that soak up all those beautiful pan juices, this becomes a truly comforting dinner that feels special without requiring any fancy techniques.
What I love most about this dish is its simplicity and versatility. Whether you're cooking for family or friends, it comes together in one pan with minimal fuss. The aroma alone will have everyone gathering in the kitchen—there's something wonderfully nostalgic about the smell of roasting turkey and herbs that makes everyone feel at home.
Ingredients
- Turkey wings:4 pieces
- Potatoes, cut into chunks:2 lb
- Olive oil:4 tbsp
- Garlic cloves, minced:6 pieces
- Fresh rosemary sprigs:4 sprigs
- Fresh thyme sprigs:6 sprigs
- Onion, quartered:1 piece
- Chicken broth:1 cup
- Salt:1.5 tsp
- Black pepper:1 tsp
- Paprika:1 tsp
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 425°F. Pat the turkey wings dry with paper towels and season generously all over with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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In a large roasting pan, toss the potato chunks with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them around the pan and roast for 15 minutes until they start to soften.
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While potatoes are roasting, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the turkey wings for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
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Remove the potato pan from the oven. Nestle the seared turkey wings among the potatoes. Scatter the garlic, onion quarters, rosemary, and thyme throughout the pan. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.
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Return to the oven and roast for 55-65 minutes until the turkey wings are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the potatoes are golden and crispy on the edges.
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Let rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to serving plates. Drizzle with the pan juices and serve immediately while hot.
Tips & Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, increase the oven temperature to 450°F for the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Don't skip searing the turkey wings—it creates a beautiful golden crust that locks in flavour.
- Fresh herbs make a huge difference here, but dried herbs (1 tsp rosemary, 2 tsp thyme) work in a pinch.
- Save those pan juices! They're liquid gold and perfect for drizzling over the finished dish or making gravy.
