Trio of Poultry Delight

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 (12-14 pounds) 1 whole turkey, thawed, giblets removed
• 1 (4-5 pounds) 1 whole duck, thawed, giblets removed
• 1 (3-4 pounds) 1 whole chicken, thawed, giblets removed
• 2 tablespoons Salt, divided
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper, divided
• 2 tablespoons Poultry seasoning, divided
• 1/2 cup Butter, melted
• 1 cup Chicken broth, for basting

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. 2.Place the turkey on a cutting board and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. 3.Season the turkey cavity with 1 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of poultry seasoning.
4. 4.Place the duck on top of the turkey and season the duck cavity with 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 1/4 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1/2 tablespoon of poultry seasoning.
5. 5.Finally, place the chicken on top of the duck and season the chicken cavity with 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 1/4 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1/2 tablespoon of poultry seasoning.
6. 6.Close the turkey cavity by folding the skin over the duck and chicken. Use kitchen twine to secure the turkey.
7. 7.Place the turducken on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush the melted butter all over the turducken.
8. 8.Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the roasting pan.
9. 9.Cover the turducken loosely with aluminum foil and roast for 3 hours.
10. 10.Remove the foil and continue roasting for another 2-3 hours, basting with the pan juices every 30 minutes.
11. 11.Check the internal temperature of the turducken with a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the turkey.
12. 12.Once cooked, remove the turducken from the oven and let it rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
13. 13.Carve the turducken into slices and serve with your favorite sides.
14. 14.Enjoy the flavorful combination of three birds in one!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightMake sure all the birds are fully thawed before starting.
• chevron_rightUse a sharp knife or kitchen shears to help with the carving.
• chevron_rightSave the pan juices to make a delicious gravy.