Crock Pot Turkey Necks

This Crock Pot Turkey Necks recipe is a flavorful and tender slow-cooked dish, which uses turkey necks and garlic. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 8 hours and 5 minutes.

Crock Pot Turkey Necks Ingredients

• 2 lb turkey necks
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 2 cups water
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• freshly ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dry rosemary

How To Make Crock Pot Turkey Necks

1. Add ingredients to slow cooker: Place turkey necks, onions, garlic, salt, and thyme into the slow cooker bowl.
2. Pour in the water: Add 2 cups of water to the slow cooker.
3. Cook the turkey necks: Close the lid and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours.
4. Serve: Serve the turkey necks hot, topped with chopped green onions if desired.

Recipe Tips

• How to make it more like a stew: Add peeled and quartered carrots, potatoes, and celery to the slow cooker for a heartier dish.
• How to make gravy from drippings: Remove turkey necks, then mix 3 teaspoons of cornstarch with 3 teaspoons cold water. Stir into hot broth until thickened.
• Should I brown the turkey necks first? Browning them in a skillet adds extra flavor and color, though it’s optional.
• Can I make it spicy? Yes! Add your favorite hot sauce to the pot with the other ingredients for a spicy kick.

What To Serve With Turkey Necks

Serve these tender turkey necks with one or more of these sides:

• Mashed potatoes
• White rice
• Cornbread
• Collard greens
• Roasted vegetables

How To Store Turkey Necks

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Turkey Necks Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 446
• Total Fat: 17g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11g
• Cholesterol: 247mg
• Sodium: 768mg
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Protein: 65g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook turkey necks from frozen in the Crock Pot?
It’s best to thaw them first, but you can cook from frozen. Just add an extra hour to the cooking time.

How do I know when turkey necks are done?
They should be fork-tender and pulling away from the bone easily.

Can I use chicken necks instead?
Yes, but chicken necks are smaller and cook faster. Reduce the cook time by half.

Why are my turkey necks tough?
They likely need more time to cook. Low and slow is key for tender meat.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Turkey Meatloaf
• Crock Pot Turkey Meatballs
• Crock Pot Turkey Loin