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 do you cook a Butterball turkey?

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 a 20 pound turkey cook at 350 degrees?

If your turkey weighs 18 to 20 pounds, roast it at: 425°F for 3½ to 3¾ hours. 400°F for 3¾ to 4 hours. 350°F for 4 to 4¼ hours.

Should I cover my turkey in foil?

Just make sure you uncover the lid about 30 minutes before the turkey’s done roasting so the skin has a chance to get crispy. Covering the bird with foil mimics what a roaster lid would do — it traps steam and moistness so the turkey doesn’t dry out — all the while allowing the skin to crisp up.

Do you cook a turkey covered or uncovered?

Always cook your turkey until the skin is a light golden color. Cover your roasting pan with a lid or foil and cook covered for 2 hours (depending on size of your bird) and uncovered for the remaining time. Baste your turkey every half hour or so.