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Turkey Meat Thermometer Temperature for Whole Birds and Crowns

For turkey, the Food Standards Agency advises a core of 70°C for two minutes or an equivalent combination, such as 75°C for 30 seconds. Check the thickest meat with a clean probe.

The turkey meat thermometer temperature must be read together with time. Current UK Food Standards Agency advice gives 70°C for two minutes, 75°C for 30 seconds or 80°C for six seconds among its equivalent combinations for the middle of food.

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Meat Thermometer Temperature for Cooked Chicken

Meat Thermometer Temperature for Cooked Chicken

For chicken, the UK Food Standards Agency advises a core temperature of 70°C for two minutes, or an equivalent time-and-temperature combination. Check the thickest part without touching bone.

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What meat thermometer temperature should a turkey crown reach?

Use the Food Standards Agency combination of 70°C for two minutes or an equivalent such as 75°C for 30 seconds, measured in the thickest central meat.

What meat thermometer temperature should turkey breast reach?

The same official time-and-temperature combinations apply. Place the sensor in the thickest part of the breast and avoid bone.

Does turkey temperature rise while resting?

Carryover heat can raise the centre after removal, but the amount varies with size and cooking method. Do not rely on an assumed rise to replace the required measured safety combination.

How many places should you check on a turkey?

Check several thick areas because a large bird heats unevenly. If one relevant centre point is below the target combination, continue cooking and recheck.