How to  Spatchcock a Chicken (or a turkey)

Start with a whole bird.

Turn the bird upside down  the breasts are facing down.

1

Start cutting out the spine.

Cut along the side of the spine with a knife  or kitchen shears.

2

Repeat step 2 on the other side.

Cut along the other side of the spine.

3

Remove the spine.

Remove the spine from the bird and set it aside.

4

Flatten the bird.

Flip the bird over so the breasts are facing up.  Firmly press down on the breast bone until you  hear a crack.

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