Roasting times for whole turkeys
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and use these cooking times to prepare roast turkey that's moist, tender and delicious 8 to 10 lb Un Stuffed Turkey 2 ¾ - 3 hrs 8 to 10 lb Stuffed Turkey 3 ¼ - 3 ½ hrs Turkey is fully cooked and safe to eat when the meat thermometer reads 77°C or 170°F for an un-stuffed turkey and 82°C or 180°F for a stuffed turkey.
To roast an unstuffed 22.5 lb turkey without a foil tent, you should plan for approximately 4 to 4.5 hours at 325°F (163°C). It's important to check the internal temperature, which should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast and thigh. Let the turkey rest for about 20-30 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
To roast an 18-pound unstuffed turkey, you should plan for about 13 to 15 minutes per pound at 325°F (163°C). This means it will take approximately 4 to 4.5 hours to cook thoroughly. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast and thigh for safe consumption. Let the turkey rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving.
Roasting Times for a Turkey Breast Cooked in a 325°F Conventional OvenWeight Unstuffed Stuffed 2 to 3 pounds 1½ to 2 hours4 to 6 pounds 1½ to 2¼ hours7 to 8 pounds 2¼ to 3¼ hours 3 to 4 hours
A 5 kg turkey should cook for about 3 hours if unstuffed in the over. If the turkey is stuffed, it should cook for about 3.5 hours.
To roast a 12-pound turkey, it typically takes about 3 to 3.5 hours at 325°F (163°C) if unstuffed. If the turkey is stuffed, it may take an additional 15 to 30 minutes. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast and thigh for safe consumption. Let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes before carving for the best results.
Roast at 325 to 350 degrees. Size of turkey will define how long to cook but the internal temp of the bird (@ breast) should be 185 degrees.
Stuffed - 8 1/2 hours
Cooking smoked turkey breast is much faster and much simpler than cooking a fresh turkey. Just follow the cooking instructions on the Jennie-O packaging.
For a 13 to 14 lb unstuffed turkey, you should roast it at 325°F (163°C) for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast and thigh. It's important to let the turkey rest for about 20-30 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
It depends. The average turkey is cooked at 1.5 hours, but it doesn't mean that time suits every turkey.
To cook a 14-pound unstuffed turkey at 275°F, it typically takes about 4 to 5 hours. It's important to use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F in the thickest part of the breast and thigh. Cooking times can vary based on the oven and the turkey's initial temperature, so checking for doneness is essential. Let the turkey rest for about 20-30 minutes before carving for optimal juiciness.
11-13 minutes per pound if unstuffed. A 13 lb turkey should take approximately 2 1/2 hrs