How long does it take to cook a frozen Butterball turkey?

Estimated Cooking Times for Frozen Turkeys

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

How long do you cook a Butterball turkey per pound?

For your reference, here are turkey cooking times determined by the weight of your Butterball turkey when your oven is set to 325 degrees.

1. 4.5 – 7 lbs. Unstuffed: 2-2.5 hours.
2. 7-9 lbs: Unstuffed: 2.5-3 hours.
3. 9-18 lbs: Unstuffed: 3-3.5 hours.
4. 18-22 lbs: Unstuffed: 3.5-4 hours.
5. 22-24 lbs: Unstuffed: 4-4.5 hours.
6. 24-30 lbs:

How long do you cook a frozen turkey per pound?

Calculate your roasting time. Thawed turkeys require about 15 minutes of cook time for every pound of meat. With a frozen turkey, you need at least 50 percent longer, or about 22 ½ minutes per pound. A 12-pound turkey, which would cook in about three hours if it’s fully thawed, now requires 4 ½ hours.

Do you cover a frozen turkey when cooking?

Do not cover or add water. Use of foil or shiny pan can lengthen your cook time from suggested cook times above. Loosely cover the turkey with aluminum foil during last half hour to prevent skin from becoming too dark, if desired. Allow the turkey to stand for 15 minutes before carving.

Are Butterball turkeys injected with butter?

Many people think Butterball turkeys have butter in them, but they don’t. Basically the name came about because of their plump size and golden color. We’re proud of the Butterball name.

Do you cook a Butterball turkey from frozen?

Your secret weapon, Butterball’s Cook from Frozen Stuffed Turkey goes from the freezer, to the oven, to the table – no thawing and no fuss preparing stuffing.

Should I cook my turkey at 325 or 350?

Roast the turkey uncovered at a temperature ranging from 325°F to 350°F. Higher temperatures may cause the meat to dry out, but this is preferable to temperatures that are too low which may not allow the interior of the turkey to cook to a safe temperature.

How long should you cook a turkey at 325?

If your turkey weighs 8 to 12 pounds, roast it at: 325°F for 2¾ to 3 hours.

Do all Butterball turkeys have pop up timers?

Even Butterball, the brand probably most familiar to home cooks, doesn’t endorse the pop-up timer. The company’s birds have “never, never, never” had timers in them, says Carol Miller, supervisor for the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line.

What do I do if my turkey isn’t completely thawed?

If There’s No Time to Thaw If you’re up against the clock and have no time left for even the “quick” cold-water thaw, then just cook the turkey as it is. It’s perfectly safe to cook a frozen or partially frozen turkey — you just need to allow some extra cooking time.

When should you take a turkey out of the freezer?

Here’s the main rule of thumb for thawing your turkey: Allow at least 24 hours of thawing for every 5 pounds of turkey. So for a 12-pound turkey that would imply at least three days of thawing, ideally with a bonus day thrown in.

How do you cook a frozen turkey overnight?

How to Cook a Turkey Overnight

1. When you’re starting to think about going to bed, preheat your oven to somewhere between 170-180ºF.
2. Roast the turkey while you sleep and get ready in the morning (as long as 9-11 hours).
3. Remove the foil and take the turkey’s temperature with an instant-read thermometer.

Is it OK to leave frozen turkey out overnight?

Do not thaw your turkey on the counter. It’s frozen solid. It will be totally fine chillaxing on the counter overnight.

How long should a 20lb turkey cook?

Cooking time will vary. For example, a 20 pound turkey will take 4 1/4 to 5 hours to cook, check the temperature on the thermometer after 4 1/4 hours.