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The old rule is 13 minutes per pound at 350°F for an unstuffed bird. For an 8-pounder, that’s 104 minutes. But here’s the twist: ovens are liars. Yours might run hot or cold. My grandma’s oven had a 50°F mood swing depending on the phase of the moon.

How Long to Cook a Turkey in the Oven, Grill or Smoker

So calculate 2 hours as a baseline, then check early. The breast might be done at hour 2, but the thigh plays stubborn. That’s normal. The difference between a butcher’s cut and a science project is about 15 minutes of patience.

Surprising fact: turkeys continue to cook after you take them out—about 5 to 10 more degrees. This is called “carryover cooking.” It’s the bird’s last revenge. Pull it at 160°F in the breast, and by the time you carve, you’ll be golden.

The Dark Side of the Timer: Stuffing

If you stuff the turkey, add 30 to 45 minutes to the total. The stuffing needs to hit 165°F, but it’s packed in the dark, damp cave of the bird’s cavity—basically the Turkey Bermuda Triangle.

My advice: Don’t stuff it. Bake the stuffing separately. You avoid a raw, soggy disaster, and you don’t have to wrestle a hot, steaming corpse just to scoop out breadcrumbs. Your guests will thank your careful hands.

If you insist on stuffing, use a food thermometer and be ready for a longer wait. Also, be ready for your bird to look like it’s smuggling a warm pillow.