Our History
Discover the Bold Flavors of Louisiana – The Story Behind The Cajun Turkey Company.
What started in a garage in 1994 has grown into a nationwide sensation for lovers of bold, authentic Cajun flavor. The Cajun Turkey Company was born from the passion and determination of founder Billy Howell, who, in that very first year, fried over 600 turkeys using just two pots—all by hand, all with heart.
Billy, a proud New Orleans native, grew up surrounded by the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana. Inspired by the vibrant spices and soulful cooking of his hometown, he set out to create something truly special—a deep-fried Cajun turkey that was moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. Friends and family couldn’t get enough. It wasn’t long before a simple newspaper ad in the Dallas Morning News turned a backyard passion into a booming business.
By the fall of 1994, Billy’s garage was the hottest kitchen in town. Just a year later, he opened his first retail store in Dallas, and The Cajun Turkey Company officially took flight.
deep-fried destiny, cajun-style.
Billy, a proud New Orleans native, grew up surrounded by the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana. Inspired by the vibrant spices and soulful cooking of his hometown, he set out to create something truly special—a deep-fried Cajun turkey that was moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. Friends and family couldn’t get enough. It wasn’t long before a simple newspaper ad in the Dallas Morning News turned a backyard passion into a booming business. By the fall of 1994, Billy’s garage was the hottest kitchen in town. Just a year later, he opened his first retail store in Dallas, and The Cajun Turkey Company officially took flight.
nobody could keep this turkey a secret...
In the 31 years since that first turkey hit the fryer, we've shipped over 3 million pounds of our signature Cajun-fried turkeys across the country. But we didn’t stop there. Our menu now includes over 125 authentic Cajun and Southern dishes—from gumbo, étouffée, and jambalaya to crawfish cornbread, boudin, and our famous Tur-Duc-Hen (a deboned turkey, duck, and chicken, layered and stuffed with rich Cajun seafood dressing). And because we’re proud to call Texas home, we’ve added a full lineup of Texas-style BBQ—brisket, ribs, and a mouthwatering selection of sausages that bring the smoke and spice together like only we can. And because we’re proud to call Texas home, we’ve added a full lineup of Texas-style BBQ—brisket, ribs, and a mouthwatering selection of sausages that bring the smoke and spice together like only we can.
all systems geaux, baby.
What makes our turkeys so unforgettable? The secret lies in our proprietary Geaux Juice™—a bold blend of Cajun spices mixed with an orange juice base. Each turkey is hand-injected with a full quart of this flavorful marinade, ensuring a juicy, savory bite every single time. It’s a recipe that’s earned fans from Australia to Japan, Mexico to Maine, and just about everywhere in between.
gettin' the word out about all of our meals.
From our humble beginnings to becoming a beloved name in kitchens and celebrations nationwide, The Cajun Turkey Company is still driven by the same mission: to bring families and friends together with unforgettable flavor, handcrafted with love and Louisiana soul. Ready to taste the tradition? Thank you for visiting us at www.CajunTurkeyCo.com and let us deliver a little Louisiana magic to your table. You can also find Billy’s Deep Fried Cajun Turkeys on the websites of: Neiman Marcus, William~Sonoma, GoldBelly, Luby’s, Central Market, MacKenzie, and through our Food Distributors : Ben E. Keith, Sysco, U.S. Foods, Labatt, & C.D. Hardnett.
