Alternative Ways to Cook Turkey

Alternative Ways to Cook Turkey Always make sure whole turkeys reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F. Use a meat thermometer to measure the temperature in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast.

Related information:

For details on roasting turkey, see Turkey Roasting Chart.
For details on preparing, cooking, and storing turkey, see Turkey.

Method	Size	Estimated Cooking Time	Notes
Electric Roaster Oven	8 to 24 lbs.	Generally same times as for oven roasting.	Minimum oven temperature 325 °F. Check appliance manual.
Grilling: Covered Charcoal Grill or Covered Gas Grill	8 to 16 lbs.	15 to 18 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF.	Air in the grill must maintain 225 to 300 °F; use drip pan.
Smoking	8 to 12 lbs.	20 to 30 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF.	Air in the smoker must maintain 225 to 300 °F; use drip pan with liquid.
Deep Fat Frying	8 to 12 lbs.	3 to 5 minutes per pound. DO NOT STUFF.	Oil must maintain 350 °F. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Microwaving	8 to 14 lbs.	9 to 10 minutes per pound on medium (50%) power. DO NOT STUFF.	Use oven cooking bag. Rotate during cooking.

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Captured Date: 2014-12-11 03:50:28.0