Description
Elevate your Christmas dinner with this foolproof and divine Christmas Duck recipe! Perfectly roasted with a crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat, this old-fashioned holiday delight is a showstopping centerpiece for your festive table.
Ingredients
– 1 whole duck (4-5 lbs)
– 1 orange, cut into wedges
– 1 lemon, cut into wedges
– 3 sprigs fresh thyme
– 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
– 1 tsp sea salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. 2. Pat the duck dry with paper towels and season the cavity and outside of the duck with salt and pepper.
3. 3. Stuff the cavity with the orange and lemon wedges, thyme, and rosemary.
4. 4. Truss the duck with kitchen string to help it maintain its shape.
5. 5. Place the duck breast-side up on a roasting rack set in a rimmed baking sheet.
6. 6. Roast the duck for 2-2.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7. 7. Let the duck rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, you can score the skin in a crisscross pattern before seasoning. Serve the Christmas duck with your favorite holiday sides like roasted vegetables, stuffing, and cranberry sauce.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 150
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American