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How Long to Cook a Turkey

Updated: 3 days ago

A basic Guide to Roasting



Unstuffed:

12 to 14 Pounds

3 to 3 3/4 Hours

14 to 18 Pounds

3 3/4 to 4 1/4 Hours

18 to 20 Pounds

4 1/4 to 4 1/2 Hours

20 to 24 Pounds

4 1/2 to 5 Hours


Stuffed:

12 to 14 Pounds

3 1/2 to 4 Hours

14 to 18 Pounds

4 to 4 1/4 Hours

18 to 20 Pounds

4 1/1 to 4 3/4 Hours

20 to 24 Pounds

4 3/4 to 5 1/4 Hours

These tables from the USDA are based on a 325 degree oven, and a fully defrosted or fresh bird. If you want to cook a frozen turkey, it was take at least 50% longer than these recommended times.

It is recommended that you check the internal temperature of the turkey in the innermost part of the thigh, wing, and the thickest part of the breast with a food thermometer. The minimum internal temperature should reach 165F for safety.




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