Turducken

Ingredients

Turkey

1 (12-14 pounds)

Duck

1 (5-6 pounds)

Chicken

1 (3-4 pounds)

Stuffing of your choice

4-6 cups

Unsalted butter

1/2 cup, melted

Poultry seasoning

2 tablespoons

Black pepper

1 tablespoon

Salt

1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Begin by preparing the turkey: remove the giblets and neck, then rinse the turkey thoroughly under cold water.
3. Season the turkey inside and out with salt, black pepper, and poultry seasoning, ensuring an even coating for maximum flavor.
4. Place the turkey breast-side down on a flat surface and carefully debone it, keeping the skin intact. Set aside.
5. Debone the duck in the same manner, ensuring to keep the skin intact, and season it with salt, black pepper, and poultry seasoning.
6. Debone the chicken, season it with the same spices, and set aside.
7. Layer your choice of stuffing inside the deboned turkey, then place the seasoned duck inside the turkey, followed by another layer of stuffing. Finally, place the deboned chicken inside the duck, finishing with the remaining stuffing.
8. Carefully roll the layered meats together, securing them tightly with kitchen twine to maintain shape.
9. Place the turducken on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.
10. Brush the melted butter all over the surface of the turducken for a rich flavor and golden finish.
11. Cover the turducken loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
12. Roast in the preheated oven for about 4 hours.
13. After 4 hours, remove the foil and continue roasting for an additional 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the meat.
14. Once done, let the turducken rest for at least 30 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
15. Slice and serve the turducken as the centerpiece of your holiday feast, accompanied by your favorite sides.