Ingredients:

  • 1 lb smoked turkey wings or smoked turkey leg
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cracked black pepper
  • ½ tsp seasoned salt
  • 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
  • 1 lb red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the smoked turkey wings and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until the skin is browned and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
  4. Stir in the smoked paprika, black pepper, and seasoned salt, ensuring the turkey is well-coated in the spices.
  5. Add the red potatoes and fresh green beans to the pot, tossing them with the turkey to coat them in the rendered fat.
  6. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
  7. Transfer to the oven and roast for 90 minutes until the beans are tender and the turkey meat begins to pull away from the bone.
  8. Remove the pot from the oven and uncover. Sprinkle the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar evenly over the top.
  9. Stir gently to incorporate, then dot the top with the remaining 1 tablespoon of cold cubed butter.
  10. Return to the oven uncovered for another 15–20 minutes until the sauce reduces into a sticky, glossy glaze. Check that turkey has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) as per USDA guidelines.