Turducken

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Succulent and Flavorful Turducken Recipe for Thanksgiving

by The Chefin Poultry

Prep

120 min

Cook

330 min

Ready In

450 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

837

Sugar

Fat

49g

Turducken is a popular holiday dish that originated in Louisiana. This unique entrée consists of a chicken, boned duck, and turkey that are stuffed with sausage and oyster dressing. Turducken takes its name from the combination of the three animals involved: turkey, duck, and chicken. This dish is known for its rich flavor and juicy texture. It is a showstopper on any holiday table and is sure to impress guests with its unique presentation and variety of flavors. Turducken requires some advance preparation and cooking time but is well worth the effort for a special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2.	Lay the boned chicken skin-side down on a flat working surface and season with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning. Spread 1/2 of the prepared sausage and oyster dressing over chicken.
3.	Place boned duck on top of dressing, skin side down. Season with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning; cover duck with remaining dressing. Place skin-side down on top of chicken.
4.	Layer the boned turkey on top of the duck, skin side down. Season with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning. Using kitchen twine, gently but firmly tie everything together to form a compact oval shape.
5.	Place the turducken into a roasting pan. Cover with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 4 hours. Remove foil and continue baking until golden brown, about 1 hour.

PROS

Turducken is a unique and flavorful entrée for holiday meals.
This dish is a showstopper on the table and offers a beautiful variety of flavors and textures.

It is sure to be a conversation starter among guests and provides an opportunity to enjoy three different types of poultry in one dish.

CONS

This dish is relatively difficult to prepare due to the boning process for the chicken, duck, and turkey.
It is not a quick or easy recipe, and it requires a significant amount of time to prepare and cook.

Turducken may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions, as it contains poultry and sausage.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Poultry is a good source of protein and is lower in fat than other types of meat. This recipe also contains oyster and sausage dressing, which provides additional flavor but should be enjoyed in moderation due to potential health risks. This dish is not recommended for those with cholesterol or heart issues.

	1 whole chicken , boned
	salt and pepper to taste
	Creole seasoning to taste
	1 duck , boned
	1 turkey , boned
	3 cups prepared sausage and oyster dressing