Select your turkey size and cooking method to get an estimated roast time and the correct target internal temperature. Our turkey cooking calculator covers whole birds, crowns, and popular roasting methods for reliable results every time.
Turkey Cooking Time Calculator
Please Note: Times are estimates. Always confirm the thickest part reaches a safe internal temperature with a thermometer. Turkey/poultry: 74°C (and juices run clear). Rest before carving.
FAQs
Yes, stuffing a turkey can increase the overall cooking time. The stuffing inside needs to reach 165°F, which means the bird stays in the oven longer. This can also lead to drier meat if you’re not careful.
Check the internal temperature early and often toward the end of cooking. Tent the turkey with foil if it’s browning too fast but not yet cooked inside. Resting it after cooking also helps keep it juicy.
Use a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the breast and thigh without touching bone. The breast should hit 165°F and the thigh around 175°F. If you’re unsure, check that the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and thigh.
You can cook it ahead of time and reheat it the next day, but it might lose some moisture. If you go this route, carve the meat after cooking and store it with some broth to keep it moist. Reheat gently in the oven or on the stovetop.