Sautéed Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

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A traditional soul food side of tender collard greens simmered with smoky turkey and aromatic garlic for deep, savory flavor. This Southern Soul Food-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs collard greens, smoked turkey wings, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 Southern Soul Food cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs, stems removed and leaves chopped collard greens
1 lb smoked turkey wings
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium, diced yellow onion
5, minced garlic cloves
3 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Rinse and chop 2 lbs collard greens by removing tough stems and slicing leaves into 1-inch strips.
Step 2: In a large pot, place 1 lb smoked turkey wings and 3 cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to infuse broth with smoky flavor.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and cook for 4 minutes until translucent.
Step 4: Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Add the chopped collard greens and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar to the skillet along with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Pour in 1 cup of the smoked turkey broth from the pot.
Step 6: Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until greens are tender and flavorful.
Step 7: Remove turkey wings and shred any meat to stir back into the greens if desired. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.