How Long to Cook a Turkey at 300 Degrees?

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How many minutes per pound do you cook a turkey at 300 degrees?

Approximate Timetable for Roasting a Turkey in a Convection Oven 300°F (149°C)
Cooking Temperature / Weight Unstuffed / Estimated Cooking Time
300ºF / 14-18 lbs. / 2¼ – 2½ hours
300ºF / 18-22 lbs. / 2½ – 3 hours

Can I roast a turkey at 300 degrees?

Slow roast the turkey at 300F. Using a digital thermometer, start testing the internal temperature in the meatiest part of the thigh after 6 hours. Keep the bird in the oven until the temperature reads 140F. Remove the foil from the turkey.

How do I slow roast a turkey at 300 degrees?

1. Pre-heat oven to 300 degrees. While oven is heating, wash turkey in cold water, removing giblets, neck, tail and any pinfeathers.
2. Rub oil over all sides of turkey and place turkey in uncovered roasting pan in oven.
3. Bake for 1 hours at 300 degrees to kill bacteria. Then lower oven heat to 180 degrees (desired internal temperature). Bake for remaining 20 hours.
4. If wings or thighs begin to brown too fast, wrap them with foil. About 2 hours before time to serve the turkey, check for doneness. If necessary, raise the oven heat to 350 degrees to finish cooking or browning.

How long does it take to smoke a 20 pound turkey at 300 degrees?

The rule of thumb is to smoke the turkey at 300 degrees, 15 minutes for each pound. This is the FASTER method for smoking a whole turkey.