10/18/2026
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Poultry Shears

Poultry shears with black handles resting on a wooden cutting board outdoors

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Best for: Spatchcocking chicken and trimming poultry before grilling.

Poultry shears are sturdy scissors designed to cut through joints and smaller poultry bones. They make it easier to flatten a whole bird so it sits neatly on the grill and cooks more evenly.

How to Use It

Place the raw bird breast-side down on a stable prep board.

Cut along both sides of the backbone.

Remove the backbone, turn the bird over, and flatten the breast.

Wash and sanitize the shears, board, and work area afterward.

Care tip: Choose shears with a secure grip and blades that come apart for thorough cleaning.

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