Find out how long to roast your turkey at 325°F based on its weight and stuffing status.
Roasting time scales with weight, with stuffed turkeys needing extra time since the stuffing itself must also reach a safe internal temperature.
Roasting Time = Weight (lb) × 13 minutes/lb (unstuffed) or 15 minutes/lb (stuffed), roasted at 325°F.
A 16 lb unstuffed turkey takes roughly 3h 28m at 325°F.
Always verify doneness with a meat thermometer - the thickest part of the thigh should reach 165°F.
Using a time-per-pound guideline based on weight and whether it's stuffed.
The USDA recommends checking that the thickest part of the thigh reaches 165°F/74°C.
Yes — stuffing adds mass needing to reach a safe temperature too.