Timetables For Turkey Roasting
Use the timetables below to determine how long to roast your turkey. These times are approximations. Always use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of your turkey and stuffing.
Times given represent roasting temperature of 325 °F.
| Unstuffed | |
| 8 to 12 pounds | 2¾ – 3 hours |
| 12 to 14 pounds | 3 – 3¾ hours |
| 14 to 18 pounds | 3¾ – 4¼ hours< |
| 18 to 20 pounds | 4¼ – 4½ hours |
| 20 to 24 pounds | 4½ – 5 hours |
| Stuffed | |
| 8 to 12 pounds | 3 to 3½ hours |
| 12 to 14 pounds | 3½ to 4 hours |
| 14 to 18 pounds | 4 to 4¼ hours |
| 18 to 20 pounds | 4¼ to 4¾ hours |
| 20 to 24 pounds | 4¾ to 5¼ hours |
Source – USDA
