So, let's get down to business. For a 23-pound turkey, you're looking at around 4-4 1/2 hours of cooking time in a 325°F oven. But, if you're feeling extra fancy and want to deep-fry that turkey, you're talking more like 3-4 minutes per pound - that's around 69-92 minutes!
Now, I know what you're thinking - what about all the quirky variables that can affect cooking time? Like, what if your turkey is stuffed to the brim with delicious, fluffy goodness? Or, what if you've got a convection oven that's just begging to be used? Well, let me tell you, those things can add some extra time to your cooking schedule.
For example, if you're stuffing your turkey, you'll need to add around 30 minutes to an hour to the overall cooking time. And, if you're using a convection oven, you can expect to shave off around 30 minutes from the total cooking time - score!
How To Cook A Turkey Chart
