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The Turkey Breast Cooking Time Calculator helps you determine how long to cook your turkey breast based on its weight, using the standard cooking guideline of 20 minutes per pound at 350°F.
The calculator uses the standard formula:
Explanation: This is the most commonly recommended cooking time for turkey breast to ensure it's cooked through while remaining juicy.
Details: Proper cooking time ensures food safety (killing harmful bacteria) while preventing overcooking which can make the turkey dry and tough.
Tips: Enter the weight of your turkey breast in pounds. The calculator will provide the total cooking time in hours and minutes. Always use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Q1: Does this include resting time?
A: No, this is active cooking time only. Allow the turkey to rest for 15-30 minutes after cooking.
Q2: Should I cover the turkey while cooking?
A: Many chefs recommend covering with foil for the first half of cooking, then uncovering to brown the skin.
Q3: What if my oven temperature is different?
A: Higher temperatures will reduce cooking time, lower temperatures will increase it. 350°F is the standard recommendation.
Q4: How do I know when it's done?
A: The turkey is done when a meat thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest part of the breast.
Q5: Does bone-in vs boneless affect cooking time?
A: Bone-in turkey breasts may take slightly longer to cook than boneless ones of the same weight.