On average, it takes about 14 minutes to cook one pound of turkey. Looking for more detailed instructions on cooking a turkey? Check out our recommendations for preparing turkey with a slow cooker, grill, or deep fryer. We also recommend our chef-crafted butter and herb roasted turkey recipe.

No matter how you prepare your turkey, always verify doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F measured at the thickest part of the thigh.