What Is Spatchcock Cooking?
Spatchcock cooking is a cooking method used on poultry such as chicken, turkey, or duck. It requires you to remove the spine so that it lays flat in your roasting pan. It ensures even cooking, a crispier outside, and a juicier inside. It’s a great way to whip up a Thanksgiving meal — when you use this cooking method you don’t have to worry about roasting it for hours on end!
What’s The Best Tool To Spatchcock A Turkey?
The best way to spatchcock is with a pair of quality kitchen scissors. That said, you can also use a sharp serrated knife as well. Remember, the larger the bird, the bigger the bone. Watch your fingers and be careful!
What Size Turkey Should I Use?
To make spatchcock turkey you should ideally use a 14-pound or smaller-sized turkey. Anything larger won’t fit on a roasting pan!
Seasoning Options:
We use a basic seasoning mix for our spatchcock turkey recipe, which includes salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Don’t underestimate the power of mixing it with butter and then placing that mixture under the skin — it can really make a difference in terms of flavor and juiciness. Here are some other extras that you can add to your seasoning blend:
Cayenne pepperThymeRosemaryOreganoSageParsley
Cooking Time:
It’s hard to determine exactly how long this recipe will take to cook, as so much depends on the size of the turkey. You want the internal temperature to reach 155 degrees F on the breast, and the dark meat can be up to 175 degrees F for the juiciest results. Use a food-safe thermometer to check on yours after about 2 hours — it may take up to 3 hours if you’re working with a large bird! If you like this recipe, you may be interested in these other delicious Thanksgiving recipes:
Juiciest Turkey Recipe EverSweet Potato Casserole With MarshmallowsThe Creamiest Mashed PotatoesEasy Peasy Pumpkin Pie
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