Introduction

Turkey is delicious, versatile and can be cooked in lots of different ways. But how long do you cook a 15-pound turkey? It depends on the cooking method, of course.

20 minutes at 425 degrees F

The cooking time for a 15-pound turkey is about 30 minutes at 325 degrees F, or 20 minutes at 425 degrees F.

25 minutes at 375 degrees F

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• Put the turkey in a roasting pan and place it on the middle rack of your oven, ensuring that it has enough room around it so that air can flow freely around it as it cooks (this will make sure your bird doesn’t burn or steam).
• Cook for 25 minutes per pound until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh reads 165 degrees F. Remove from heat, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 15 minutes before carving

30 minutes at 325 degrees F

The cooking time for a 15-pound turkey will vary depending on the size of the bird. A large turkey can take up to 20 minutes per pound, while a smaller one may only need 15 minutes per pound.

When cooking your turkey, you should use an instant-read thermometer to make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F in the breast and thigh meat before removing from heat. The turkey should also rest for at least 15 minutes before carving so that juices can redistribute throughout its meat fibers as they cool down after being heated by heat transfer during roasting in an oven at 325 degrees F (163 C).

Cook for about 30 minutes for a 15-pound turkey.

When it comes to cooking a 15-pound turkey, the USDA recommends that you cook your bird for about 30 minutes per pound. However, their guidelines are not strict rules and should be taken with a grain of salt–especially if you’re cooking an unfrozen or stuffed turkey.

If you don’t want your turkey to come out dry or undercooked, follow these tips:

• Don’t cook frozen birds! The best way to ensure that they reach safe temperatures is by thawing them in the refrigerator until they’re completely thawed (about 24 hours), then draining any juices before roasting them in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes per pound.* Don’t stuff your bird! Stuffing adds moisture but also increases cooking time; so if possible, put it into another dish instead.* Never microwave or bake turkeys on aluminum foil because it can cause chemicals called nitrosamines that may be harmful when eaten over long periods of time

Conclusion

The best way to cook a turkey is to take it slow and steady. Don’t rush things, because this can lead to overcooked meat or even undercooked meat if you’re not careful about how long the turkey should be cooked for at each temperature.