Primo Lemon & Herb Spatchcock Turkey
Serve a tender and juicy roasted turkey for game day without having to tend the grill, so you can enjoy tailgating before the game.
Quick Info
Prep Time30m
Inactive Prep Time1-12h
Cook Time1h 30m
CategoryPoultry
The Ingredients
For 10 Persons
- 12 lb turkey
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (softened slightly)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh sage (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)
Preparation InstructionsBefore You Leave for the Game
- In a large mixing bowl add the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, sage, rosemary and thyme. Salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate overnight.
- Place the turkey breast down on a cutting board and use a knife or kitchen shears to cut along each side of the backbone and remove it. Flip the turkey over and press down on the breast to flatten it. Trim off any excess skin.
- Run your fingers between the skin and meat to separate them. Rub the lemon herb butter directly on the meat and press down on the skin. Rub the remaining mixture on the outside of the skin.
- Wrap the turkey in clear plastic wrap and place in an aluminum roasting pan. Place on top of ice in a cooler.
Cooking InstructionsTailgating
- Set up the grill for indirect cooking and heat to 325-350°F. Place a drip pan below the cooking grate.
- Remove the clear plastic wrap from the turkey and place it skin side up on the cooking grate.
- Roast for 90 minutes or until the breast reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Remove the turkey from the grill and wrap loosely with aluminum foil. Rest for 20-30 minutes.
- Cut off the legs, thighs and wings and set aside. Carve the breast meat and serve.
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