Description
Juicy Spatchcock Turkey with Ultra-Crispy Skin is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday feast. This method not only ensures even cooking but also delivers succulent meat and a crispy, golden-brown skin that will impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe transforms your kitchen into a culinary haven where deliciousness awaits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds), thawed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Place the turkey breast-side down on a cutting board. Use kitchen shears to cut along both sides of the backbone and remove it.
- Flip the turkey and press down on the breastbone until it cracks.
- Rub olive oil over the skin, then season with salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and herbs. Squeeze lemon juice over top.
- Roast in a lined baking sheet for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 20 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 5 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg