Turkey Cooking Time Chart
Roasting times at 325°F, straight from USDA's timetables. These are estimates — the only real way to know it's done is a food thermometer.
Unstuffed
| Turkey weight | Roast time |
|---|---|
| 8–12 lb | 2¾–3 hours |
| 12–14 lb | 3–3¾ hours |
| 14–18 lb | 3¾–4¼ hours |
| 18–20 lb | 4¼–4½ hours |
| 20–24 lb | 4½–5 hours |
Stuffed
USDA recommends cooking stuffing separately for the most even, safe results — but if you do stuff the bird, here's the chart. The center of the stuffing must also reach 165°F.
| Turkey weight | Roast time |
|---|---|
| 8–12 lb | 3–3½ hours |
| 12–14 lb | 3½–4 hours |
| 14–18 lb | 4–4¼ hours |
| 18–20 lb | 4¼–4¾ hours |
| 20–24 lb | 4¾–5¼ hours |
The only number that actually matters: 165°F
Check it with a food thermometer in three places: the thickest part of the breast, the innermost part of the thigh, and the innermost part of the wing. If stuffed, check the center of the stuffing too. A "pop-up" timer isn't a substitute — verify with a thermometer regardless.
Let the turkey rest about 20–30 minutes before carving, loosely tented with foil, so the juices redistribute.
Tell the planner when dinner is, and it works backward to when the turkey goes in the oven, then reminds you.
Free. No account needed to start.
Source: USDA FSIS — Let's Talk Turkey: A Consumer Guide to Safely Roasting a Turkey