What if you like turkey? These turkey wings cooked slowly might change your mind!
Cooking turkey during Thanksgiving is a challenge for a lot of people. It is a meat that can either be really juicy if cooked properly or really dry. Turkey isn’t my favorite meat in general, but turkey wings are my favorite! They’re usually cheap, and if you season and cook them right, they’re delicious.
My favorite spices are used to season these turkey wings, and they are cooked slowly and at a low temperature so that they fall off the bone and taste mmmmmm good.
Juicy, tender oven-baked turkey wings cooked to perfection in an oven bag are a delicious way to enjoy this flavorful and budget-friendly cut of meat. But many wonder – how long should you cook turkey wings in an oven bag? The cooking time depends on several factors.
In this comprehensive guide we’ll provide tips on determining the ideal oven bag cook times for turkey wings based on
- Turkey wing size and weight
- Oven temperature
- Using an oven bag or not
- Ensuring wings are fully cooked
Follow these oven bag cooking recommendations and you’ll enjoy mouthwatering turkey wings every time
Cooking Times for Turkey Wings in an Oven Bag
Here are approximate oven bag cook times for different turkey wing amounts:
- 3-4 pounds turkey wings: 3.5 – 4 hours at 300°F
- 8-10 baby turkey wings: Double above time, 7-8 hours at 300°F
- Whole pack wings: 3-4 hours at 300°F
- Turkey breast with 2 wings: 4 hours at 300°F
These times are for covered oven bag cooking at a low 300°F to keep the wings extra moist and tender
Tips for Cooking Turkey Wings in an Oven Bag
Follow these tips for flawlessly cooked oven bag turkey wings:
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Generously season wings with favorite spices.
- Place seasoned wings in an oven bag.
- Add vegetables like carrots, onions, potatoes to the bag.
- Pour in chicken broth or other liquid.
- Seal oven bag tightly.
- Bake in oven for recommended time.
- Carefully open cooked bag, allowing steam to escape.
- Serve wings immediately with desired sides.
Additional Oven Bag Cooking Tips
Here are some extra oven bag turkey wing tips:
- Broil wings briefly after cooking to brown them.
- Store leftover wings airtight in fridge up to 3 days.
- Replace chicken broth with vegetable broth or water if needed.
- Cook in a Dutch oven or roasting pan if no oven bag.
How to Know When Turkey Wings are Done
Use these methods to test doneness:
- Check internal temp with a meat thermometer – 165°F indicates done.
- Pierce wings with a fork – meat should be very tender.
- Cut into thickest part of wing – no pink inside.
- Move wings – joints should twist easily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don’t have an oven bag?
You can still cook the wings in a roasting pan or Dutch oven, but they may not be as moist. Tent foil over top.
Can I use any oven cooking bag?
Yes, any oven-safe cooking bag for poultry will work well.
What are some good side dishes?
Great sides include mashed potatoes, cornbread, green beans, gravy, rice, etc.
Can I cook turkey wings in a slow cooker?
Absolutely. Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours until fall-off-the-bone tender.
Can I freeze cooked turkey wings?
Yes. Let fully cool then freeze in airtight bags or containers up to 3 months.
What if I don’t have chicken broth?
Substitute with equal amounts of vegetable broth, apple juice, wine, or water.
Cooking turkey wings in an oven bag locks in moisture and flavor for delicious results every time. Refer to the oven bag cooking times and tips above so your turkey wings turn out perfectly juicy and tender.
How to Make the Best Oven Bag BBQ Turkey Wings
My oven bag BBQ turkey wings recipe results in the most flavorful, fall-off-the-bone tender turkey wings you’ll ever enjoy. The oven bag helps keep them incredibly moist and easy to cook.
Here’s how to make these must-try oven bag barbecue turkey wings:
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs turkey wings, tips removed
- 1⁄4 cup barbecue seasoning
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Instructions
- Pat turkey wings dry and place in a large oven bag.
- Sprinkle wings evenly with the barbecue seasoning blend.
- Add onion, celery, barbecue sauce and chicken broth to bag.
- Seal oven bag tightly with provided tie.
- Place bag in baking dish and bake at 300°F for 3 1⁄2 – 4 hours.
- Carefully open bag, allowing steam to escape.
- Serve wings hot with extra barbecue sauce for dipping if desired.
Cook Times
- 3-4 lbs wings: 3 1⁄2 – 4 hours at 300°F
- 5-6 lbs wings: 4 – 4 1⁄2 hours at 300°F
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave to serve again.
Extra Delicious Oven Bag Turkey Wing Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate wings in sauce overnight before cooking.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce or create your own blend.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons liquid smoke to the bag for smoky flavor.
- Garnish wings with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve with coleslaw, cornbread and baked beans.
These easy oven bag barbecue wings are sure to be a hit! The oven bag keeps them perfectly tender and moist. Enjoy this tasty and mess-free way to make turkey wings.
How to Cook Turkey Wings
Use a very sharp knife to carefully cut through the joint separating the two parts of the wing.
Line a baking dish with your oven bag and place the wings flat inside. Rub that seasoning into the skin!.
Slice your carrot on the bias and toss it in…
Followed by long sections of green onion tops…
And then your roughly diced onion.
Add chicken broth to the bag. I like to pour it next to the wings so that I don’t lose any of the tasty seasoning.
Seal the bag with the provided tie.
Just look at all that wonderful, deeply flavored broth!
Serve this up alongside roasted potatoes and some other veggies.
To get fancy, you could carefully pour the cooking liquid into a small saucepan and lower or raise the heat. These fall off the bone turkey wings will be the talk of the table!.
As always, enjoy the recipe and let me know how they came out!
