Turkey Cooking Time Calculator
Enter your turkey's weight and whether it's stuffed to get an estimated total roasting time at 325°F.
How this works
Roasting time scales with weight, but not in a perfectly straight line — larger birds take proportionally a bit less time per pound because heat has already penetrated partway by the time the center needs to catch up. A stuffed turkey needs extra time because the stuffing itself must also reach a safe 165°F.
Source: Time estimates follow the USDA roasting chart for a 325°F oven, as republished by University of Idaho Extension.
Frequently asked questions
At what temperature is a whole turkey done?
The thickest part of the thigh should reach 165°F, per USDA guidance. If the turkey is stuffed, the center of the stuffing must also reach 165°F.
Does stuffing a turkey really add that much cooking time?
Yes — a stuffed turkey typically needs up to about 30 minutes longer than the same size unstuffed bird (USDA's chart shows 0 to 30 minutes, depending on weight), because the stuffing insulates the cavity and itself needs to reach a safe temperature.
Should I roast my turkey at a higher temperature to save time?
325°F is the USDA-recommended minimum safe oven temperature for whole poultry; roasting significantly hotter risks a dry, overcooked exterior before the interior is safely done, especially on a large bird.
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