Roast Meat, Poultry & Turkey Cooking Time Calculator
Calculate roasting time, oven temperatures, and target internal thermometer temps for beef, lamb, whole chicken, turkey, and salmon based on weight and doneness.
Formula
Time = (Weight / 0.5kg) × Base Minutes × Bone Factor × (Ideal Temp / Oven Temp)^0.8
Source / method note
Based on USDA food safety internal meat temperature guidelines and culinary roasting models.
Legal / official rate note
Poultry (chicken and turkey) must reach a minimum internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) for food safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why must meat rest before slicing?
Resting allows the constricted muscle fibers to relax and reabsorb moisture evenly throughout the roast.