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The general rule for turkey cooking times per pound varies based on the oven temperature and whether the bird is stuffed: At 325°F: Allow 15-20 minutes per pound for unstuffed turkeys. At 350°F: Plan for 13-15 minutes per pound for unstuffed turkeys. For stuffed turkeys: Add approximately 30-45 minutes to total cooking time.
The turkey cooking time calculator allows you to find the right amount of time to cook your turkey for, whether it's Thanksgiving, Christmas, or another time.
It tells you how long your turkey needs to cook and the temperature it needs to reach, hints and tips on the best way to cook your roast turkey, and some ideas for the best turkey – and turkey leftover – recipes around.
Calculate how long you should roast or deep fry a turkey. The time it takes to cook a turkey depends on its size and whether it's stuffed.
This is only a guide so that you know approximately how long it will take to cook the turkey. Always use a meat thermometer to be sure! Cooking time will vary by different ovens and whether or not the turkey is stuffed.
Knowing these general time frames makes it easy to figure out how long your whole roasted turkey needs to cook in the oven. Simply choose which temperature works for you and use the equation: (time per pound) x (weight of turkey) = (cook time)
If you are cooking a small turkey, a boned and rolled turkey, or a turkey crown you can use our Turkey cooking time calculator. Otherwise, preheat the oven to 180°C / 350ºF / Gas Mark 4 and allow 20 min per pound (lb) plus 20 minutes.
