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Turkey Cooking Time Calculator Guide
Undercook a turkey and it's unsafe; overcook it and it's dry. This calculator estimates roasting time from the bird's weight, whether it's stuffed, and your oven temperature — then reminds you to confirm doneness with a thermometer.
At 325°F, allow about 13 minutes per pound for an unstuffed turkey and 15 minutes per pound stuffed. The turkey is done when the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F.
How Long Do I Cook a Turkey?
Multiply the turkey's weight by the per-pound time for your setup. These are estimates — ovens and birds vary — so start checking the temperature about 45 minutes before the calculated finish, and cook to 165°F rather than by the clock alone.
Turkey Roasting Times at 325°F
| Weight | Unstuffed | Stuffed |
|---|---|---|
| 8–12 lb | 2¾–3 hrs | 3–3½ hrs |
| 12–14 lb | 3–3¾ hrs | 3½–4 hrs |
| 14–18 lb | 3¾–4¼ hrs | 4–4¼ hrs |
| 18–20 lb | 4¼–4½ hrs | 4¼–4¾ hrs |
| 20–24 lb | 4½–5 hrs | 4¾–5¼ hrs |
Worked Example
A 14 lb unstuffed turkey at 325°F: 14 × 13 min ≈ 182 minutes ≈ 3 hours (3h 2m). Start checking the thigh temperature around the 2h 15m mark.
Tips
- Cook to temperature, not time — 165°F in the thigh is the only reliable doneness test.
- Tent with foil if the skin browns before the inside is done.
- Rest 20–30 minutes before carving so juices redistribute.
Thaw it right first with our Turkey Thawing Calculator, and flavor it with our Brine Calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I cook a turkey?
At 325°F, allow about 13 minutes per pound unstuffed or 15 minutes per pound stuffed, and cook until the thigh reaches 165°F.
How many minutes per pound for turkey?
About 13 minutes per pound unstuffed and 15 minutes per pound stuffed at 325°F.
What temperature should turkey reach?
165°F in the thickest part of the thigh, measured with a meat thermometer not touching bone.
How long to cook a stuffed vs unstuffed turkey?
A stuffed turkey takes roughly 2 extra minutes per pound, and the stuffing itself must also reach 165°F.
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