Thanksgiving Spatchcock Turkey 🦃

Watch the original Thanksgiving spatchcock turkey cook below. Spatchcocking means removing the backbone and flattening the bird before cooking. The video is the main guide for this post, with Claymore Cajun Seasoning available below it.

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Plan your turkey preparation

For written brining directions, start with Easy Turkey Brine. For a separate recipe with a written spatchcock-and-smoke method, use Brined Smoked Turkey. Check those preparation times before choosing when to begin your holiday cook.

Watch the Thanksgiving turkey cook