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Turkey Breast

Bone-in, about 3–4 lbs

Quick Answer

Turkey Breast: roast at 375°F for about 75 min (3.5 lb). Internal temp: 165°F / 74°C (or 155°F and rest to 165°F).

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Safe Internal Temp
165°F / 74°C (or 155°F and rest to 165°F)

Cooking Methods

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your temp
375°F
cook time
~75min (3.5 lb)
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✎ ~20 min per pound. Rest before carving.
Food Safety

Turkey breast is safe at 165°F. Pro tip: you can pull it at 155–157°F and tent with foil — carryover cooking will bring it to 165°F during the 15-minute rest. This is the secret to juicy turkey breast. Going past 170°F makes it dry. Always check the thickest part, away from the bone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best tips for cooking turkey breast?
Brine overnight for moisture. Butter under the skin. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Let rest 15 min.
What internal temperature should turkey breast reach?
Turkey breast is safe at 165°F. Pro tip: you can pull it at 155–157°F and tent with foil — carryover cooking will bring it to 165°F during the 15-minute rest. This is the secret to juicy turkey breast. Going past 170°F makes it dry. Always check the thickest part, away from the bone.
How do you roast turkey breast?
Roast at 100–65 min (3.5 lb). ~20 min per pound. Rest before carving.
How do you air fry turkey breast?
Air Fry at 55–48 min (3 lb). Flip halfway. May need to tent.
How do you grill (indirect) turkey breast?
Grill (indirect) at 65–80 min. Indirect heat. Charcoal adds flavor.
How do you slow cooker turkey breast?
Slow Cooker at 6–8 hrs low / 4–5 hrs high. Won't get crispy skin, but very moist.