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Southern-style turkey necks recipe, slow-cooked with savory seasonings and served in a rich gravy, perfect for comfort food lovers.

Smothered Turkey Necks

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Simple and savory Southern-style turkey necks recipe, with tender meat that falls off the bone!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 398 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 Lbs Turkey necks
  • 1 TBS Cajun seasoning
  • 2 Tsp  Onion powder
  • 2  Tsp  Garlic powder
  • 1  Tsp  Browning sauce
  • ⅓ Cup  Vegetable oil
  • ½ Cup  All purpose flour
  • 1  Diced Onion
  • 1  Diced Bell pepper
  • 4  Cups  Chicken stock

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the turkey necks with a mixture of lemon juice and water.
  • Trim off any excess fat and discard.
  • Pat the turkey necks dry with a paper towel.
  • In a bowl, season the turkey necks with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and browning sauce.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed stockpot.
  • Brown the turkey necks on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it's no longer visible.
  • Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes.
  • Return the turkey necks to the pot and pour in the chicken stock.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir and cover with a lid.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 2 hours, or until the turkey necks are tender.
  • Uncover and cook for another 20 minutes to allow the gravy to thicken.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Serve the turkey necks over warm rice and enjoy!