Spatchcock BBQ Turkey

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Want to change things up this Thanksgiving? Then try this delicious, spatchcock BBQ turkey. It’s smokey, juicy, tender and perfect for the Thanksgiving dinner table.

Prep Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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Servings: People

Author: Maciek Zurawski

Ingredients

1 Whole Turkey - Frozen or Fresh
Cooking oil spray
1/4 cup BBQ seasoning

Instructions

Remove the turkey from the packaging, remove the giblets and pat everything dry.
Using kitchen shears or a sharp knife, cut out the backbone.
Cut the center of the breast bone and press down on both sides to flatten the turkey out.
Spray both sides of the bird with the cooking oil spray and season heavily with the bbq rub. Be sure to get both sides and under the wings/legs.
Preheat the grill to 350 degrees, indirect heat and place the turkey, skin side up, directly on the grates.
Cook until the internal temperature of the breast reaches 160 degrees.
Check on the turkey every 45 minutes or so. If the outside starts to get too dark, cover with aluminum foil. If it looks like the skin isn’t getting as crispy as you want, baste it with some melted butter.
Remove the turkey from the grill, allow it to rest at room temperature for 20-25 minutes, carve and enjoy!

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