My juicy Roaster Oven Turkey will be your new holiday favorite. It’s so simple and delicious, but the best part is that cooks faster and frees up oven space for the yummy side dishes.
I’m all about a delicious, moist turkey for Thanksgiving. I also like trying different techniques each year too…from my Southwest Smoked Turkey to my deep fried turkey. And now my roaster oven turkey is my new favorite. It turns out so moist and juicy in the roaster oven.
The turkey cooks faster in the roaster oven and frees up oven space for all the yummy Thanksgiving side dishes. I’m all about freeing up oven space for the thousand side dishes I always want to make. I can’t be the only one that wants to make all the side dishes I see on Pinterest.
Electric Roasters Reduce Cook Time Because electric roasters are smaller than a traditional oven, they’re able to heat up faster and retain heat longer, which helps cut down on cook time — a huge win if you’re juggling preparing multiple menu items the day of Thanksgiving.
Roaster Oven TurkeyPrep Time:
My juicy Roaster Oven Turkey will be your new holiday favorite. Its so simple and delicious, but the best part is that cooks faster and frees up oven space for the yummy side dishes.
- 1 whole turkey (up to 20lbs)
- 1⁄4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup butter
- 2 1/2 tsps seasoning salt
- 2 1/2 tsps poultry seasoning
- 3/4 tsp pepper
- Spray roaster oven with non-stick cooking spray or line pan with foil.
- Remove the bag of organs and anything that is in the cavity of the turkey. DO NOT rinse, but pat turkey completely dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine poultry seasoning, seasoning salt, and pepper.
- Rub turkey with oil or butter and liberally sprinkle seasoning over the outside of the bird and pour some inside the cavity and rub around.
- Place turkey in the roaster (I prefer breast side up). Insert digital thermometer and place lid on top. Set thermometer based on where you inserted the probe. 180F for thigh or 165F for breast. Juices should run clear and not be pink.
- The Butterball website has a great calculator to get an estimate on how long your turkey will take to cook. Check your turkey early since its easy to over cook and dry out a turkey.
- When done, remove the turkey from the roaster, tent with foil, and let rest for 20 minutes. If you want to crisp the skin more, then put under the boiler for a couple minutes just before serving. Watch it closely so it doesnt burn.
Crispy skin tips:
To get that crispy skin, no matter how you decide to make your turkey is to pat it dry and then use a high quality oil or butter. Using butter will help brown the skin as well. If the skin doesnt get as crispy as youd like in the roaster oven, stick the turkey under the broiler for a couple minutes to finish it off.
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FAQ
Do you put water in the bottom of an electric roaster when cooking a turkey?
How many hours does it take to cook a turkey in a roaster?
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Unstuffed
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8 – 12 pounds
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2 ¾ – 3 hours
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20 – 24 pounds
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4 ½ – 5 hours
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Stuffed
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8 – 12 pounds
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3 – 3 ½ hours
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Do turkeys cook faster in a roasting pan?
Is it better to roast a turkey on a rack or in a pan?
What is the difference between an oven and a Turkey roaster?
This can help to produce a more moist and evenly cooked turkey. An oven, on the other hand, is a general cooking appliance that is designed for a variety of cooking tasks. It is not specifically designed for cooking a turkey, and it may not have the same features as a turkey roaster.
Can one have turkey and carrots?
Eating turkey and carrots is part of healthy habits. The turkey has meat like chicken and is another healthy poultry option. Carrots are rich in carotenoids, it is a source of vitamin A, fiber, potassium and vitamin B3.
Can a Turkey roaster be used as an oven?
While a turkey roaster is designed to cook a turkey, an oven can also be used to cook a turkey, as well as other dishes. Here are some common uses for turkey roasters and ovens: Roasting a turkey: A turkey roaster is designed to cook a turkey evenly, and it is often used in turkey roasting recipes.
Can you roast a Turkey in the oven?
You can roast beef, pork, or lamb in the oven. A turkey roaster and oven are both versatile cooking tools that can be used to cook a variety of dishes. Whether you want to roast a turkey, bake a cake, or cook chicken, an oven can help you get the job done.