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Forgot to thaw that Thanksgiving turkey? Get tips on how to cook a frozen turkey from a pro.

  • How many minutes per pound do you cook a frozen turkey breast?
  • How many minutes per pound do you cook a frozen turkey breast?
  • How many minutes per pound do you cook a frozen turkey breast?
  • How many minutes per pound do you cook a frozen turkey breast?
  • How many minutes per pound do you cook a frozen turkey breast?

If it’s Thanksgiving morning and you’re reading this with a frozen turkey on the counter, let me put your fears to rest. I can teach you how to cook a frozen turkey! I’ve done it—and it’s not as hard as it sounds.

The first thing you need to accept is cooking a turkey the traditional way isn’t an option. You can defrost the turkey if there’s enough time. But at this point, don’t you just want a fully cooked and delicious turkey on the table? If you wish to lock in the juice and flavor, learn how turkey is cooked in a bag. Let’s get started.

How to Cook a Frozen Turkey

For this tutorial, I based all my cooking times on using a 12-pound turkey. If yours is larger, plan to take about 50% longer than the usual roasting time.

Here’s how much time you’ll need to budget for, based on USDA guidelines:

  • 8- to 12-pound turkey: 4 to 4-1/2 hours
  • 12- to 14-pound turkey: 4 1/2 to 5-3/4 hours
  • 14- to 18-pound turkey: 6 to 6-3/4 hours
  • 18- to 20-pound turkey: 6-3/4 to 7-1/2 hours
  • 20- to 24-pound turkey: 7-1/2 to 7-3/4 hours

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Directions

Step 1: Thaw turkey in the oven

To start, unwrap the frozen turkey and place it on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Don’t worry about pulling out the bag of giblets; we’ll talk about that later. If you don’t have a rack, use something like a cooling rack to lift up the bird so hot air can circulate around it.

Set the oven to 325ºF and pop the bird in for 2 hours. Don’t even think about peeking!

Step 2: Season and continue to cook

After the turkey has cooked for 2 hours, take a look at the bird. The drumsticks and thighs should read around 100°. The breast should be thawed about an inch or so, but will still be frozen past that.

It’s best to check the turkey’s temperature using instant-read thermometer. To do this, insert the pin of the thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh (or drumstick or breast), being careful not to come into contact with the bone.

You can also season the turkey now. Brush the outside with oil and rub on an ample amount of salt, pepper and dried herbs. Place the turkey back in the oven and roast at 325° for another 30 minutes, or longer if you have a larger bird.

Step 3: Remove the giblets

Check to see if you can get the bag of giblets out of the neck or cavity of the turkey. The cavity will still be partially frozen, so if the bag is in there, don’t try to force it out. Also, if there is liquid or ice in the cavity, remove it but don’t pour it over the turkey; reserve it for making from-scratch gravy. Return the turkey to the oven.

Test Kitchen Tip: You shouldn’t cook stuffing in your turkey, whether the bird is frozen or not.

Step 4: Check the temp

Let the turkey cook for 1 more hour. At this time, the thighs and legs should be around 130 to 150º and the breast will be around 50 to 60º. Brush with additional oil before returning to the oven for another 60 to 90 minutes.

Step 5: Finish roasting

The turkey should be nearly done about 4-1/2 to 5 hours after you start.

For safety’s sake, grab your thermometer and check the bird’s internal temp again. The breast should reach 165º and the legs and thighs should be 170 to 175°. The other important temperature to take is inside the cavity. It also needs to reach 165º or you risk contaminating the rest of the bird when you carve it.

Temps all good? Remove the bird from the oven.

Step 6: Let rest

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Like any large cut of meat, the turkey should rest once it’s finished roasting. This will allow the juices to redistribute through the turkey. The resting time depends on how large it is—the heavier the turkey, the longer you should let it sit.

I like to let my turkey rest 30 minutes before carving. Don’t worry, it will still be hot by the time it gets to the table! You’ll find that the slices will be much juicier and easier to cut after the bird has rested. And don’t cover the turkey with foil while it rests—all you’re doing is trapping steam and making the skin soggy.

Step 7: Carve the turkey

Need help slicing your juicy, golden spoils? Check out our best turkey carving tips.

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Perfect Winter Salad

This is my most-requested salad recipe. Serve it as a side salad along with your holiday meal, or enjoy it for lunch the next day with cubed turkey or chicken on top. —DeNae Shewmake, Burnsville, Minnesota

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Grandma's Cranberry Stuff

What could taste better than turkey and cranberry on Thanksgiving Day? My grandmother's classic recipe makes the best cranberry stuff to share with your family and friends this holiday. —Catherine Cassidy, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Herbed Bubble Bread

"It takes just five ingredients to dress up a package of frozen rolls to make this buttery, crusty loaf," says Anita Whorton of Powder Springs, Georgia.

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Mushroom and Spinach Saute

Mushrooms and spinach make a super fast combination that’s perfect for two. And it’s easy to double or triple for a crowd. —Pauline Howard, Lago Vista, Texas

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Gruyere Mashed Potatoes

Gruyere cheese and chives take mashed potatoes to a whole new level this holiday season! Don’t have chives? Just use extra green onion instead. Salsarose - Tasteofhome.com Community

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No-Fuss Rolls

With only 4 ingredients, these delicious rolls are ready in no time. They're fantastic with herb butter or jam. —Glenda Trail, Manchester, Tennessee

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Spruced-Up Cheese Spread

A neighbor who’s a wonderful cook gave me the recipe for this zippy cracker spread. It’s easy to shape into a Christmas tree for a festive occasion, but it looks enticing in a bowl or on a plate, too. —Judy Grimes, Brandon, Mississippi

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Chive Buttered Carrots

It's nice to have a reliable side dish like this that pairs well with any entree. A friend shared the recipe with me several years ago, and I use it often. —Opan Snell, Jamestown, Ohio

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Pastrami Roll-Ups

For a book club event, I created pastrami roll-ups with cream cheese and a pickle. Those tasty bites quickly pulled a disappearing act. —Merritt Heinrich, Oswego, Illinois

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Hot Spinach Apple Salad

With a light sweet-tangy dressing, the spinach doesn’t wilt and the apples retain their crunch. We serve this salad with homemade bread. —Denise Albers, Freeburg, Illinois

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Easy Onion Crescent Rolls

Here's a deliciously easy way to dress up a tube of crescent roll dough. These golden bites are one of our favorite recipes—and they're a nice addition to any buffet. We like them so much, I usually triple the recipe. —Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York

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Apple-Pecan Baked Brie

As family arrives for a get-together, I make sure this fruity and savory Brie is in the oven so the aromas of cinnamon and apples fill the house. —Alicia Gower, Auburn, New York

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Chocolate Caramel Turkey Legs

Mention turkey legs made of pretzels and chocolate, and the kids come running. Let them help by unwrapping caramels for this easy, no-bake treat. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota

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Pumpkin Hummus

Our home economists give traditional hummus an autumn appeal with the addition of canned pumpkin. Hot pepper sauce lends just the right amount of heat.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Marinated Olives

Our son often made these olives for holiday get-togethers. They are simple to make and add a little zest to the other offerings on the buffet table. —Marguerite Shaeffer, Sewell, New Jersey

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Mashed Cauliflower

This is our choice for a side dish that's lower in carbs than mashed potatoes but just as flavorful and satisfying. I suggest garnishing it with chopped green onions. —Tina Martini, Sparks, Nevada

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Spiced Pumpkin Warm-Up

Make this drink your own! You can add coffee or even alcohol if you want an extra kick. I’ve also chilled this mixture and blended it with vanilla ice cream to make it a pumpkin shake. —Andrea Heyart, Aubrey, Texas

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Tomato-Goat Cheese Spread

A good friend shared this recipe with me. It is super easy and so delicious. Guests will love it! It's best served with crackers that aren't strongly seasoned. —Linda Alexander, Madison, Wisconsin

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Originally Published: November 21, 2022

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As Taste of Home’s Deputy Editor, Culinary, James oversees the Food Editor team, recipe contests and Bakeable, and manages all food content for Trusted Media Brands. Prior to this position, James worked in the kitchen of Williams-Sonoma and Southern Living. An honor graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, he has traveled the world searching for great food in all corners of life.

How long does it take to roast a frozen turkey breast?

Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees. Remove turkey wrapping and place the solid frozen turkey on a roasting rack. Roast for 2 hours.

How long to cook a 8 pound frozen turkey breast?

This will vary on the temperature of your oven, but at 325° F, cook turkey breast for approximately 20 minutes per lb. Always check the meat with a meat thermometer ( like this super reasonably priced one from Amazon) to make sure breast meat reaches 160° F.

Do you cook a turkey breast at 325 or 350?

2- to 2½-pound bone-in turkey breast half: Roast at 325°F for 60 to 70 minutes. 2½- to 3-pound boneless turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 40 to 60 minutes. 4- to 6-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 1½ to 2¼ hours. 6- to 8-pound whole turkey breast: Roast at 325°F for 2¼ to 3¼ hours.

How long does it take to cook a frozen boneless turkey breast?

Cook the breast in a preheated oven at 325 degrees F (162.8 C), and slow roast for 15 to 20 minutes per pound. This will slow roast it and brown the skin beautifully without burning, and cook the turkey until the internal thermometer pops up.