Spatchcock vs. whole on a gas grill

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Spatchcock vs. whole on a gas grill

November 11, 2015, 10:14 AM

I'm very interested in trying the spatchcock method, but concerned it either won't fit on the indirect side of the grill (Napoleon Prestige Pro 500), or the pan won't fit under the whole thing. Anyone tried this on a similar size unit? We generally cook around a 14 lb. turkey.

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November 11, 2015, 11:50 AM

Nice grill! You could always spatchcock it and if it doesn't quite fit, roll it back up. The opening in the cavity would still allow it cook faster than a fully intact bird.
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