RCI-MT.004.0815.001
Turducken
Submitted by Sirrobin A turducken is a chicken inside a duck inside a turkey, with stuffing to fill the gaps in between birds, roasted. If that sounds like a lot of work, you're right.
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoons
Method
1
Remove the turducken from refrigeration and allow it to come to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before cooking.
2
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
3
Combine salt, paprika, black pepper, and dried thyme in a small bowl to create a dry rub seasoning mixture.
4
Pat the turducken dry with paper towels, then rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the entire surface of the bird, working it under the skin where possible.
5 minutes
5
Place the turducken breast-side up on a roasting pan and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh, ensuring it does not touch bone.
3 minutes
6
Roast the turducken in the preheated oven for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured in the thigh.
180 minutes
7
Remove the turducken from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and allow it to rest for 15 minutes before carving.
15 minutes
8
Carve the turducken into serving portions, starting with the legs and wings, then slicing the breast meat and the layered poultry inside, and distribute to serving plates.