Turkey Breast

68°C154°F

Core Temperature

Range

Min

65°C149°F

Recommended

68°C154°F

Max

73°C163°F

Doneness

Well done

Description

Turkey breast is lean and mild with a firm, fine texture. Due to its large mass, using a thermometer is important as visual assessment is unreliable. Brining beforehand can help keep turkey breast juicy.

Resting

Rest 8–10 minutes. Turkey breast is a large cut that needs time for heat to distribute evenly after cooking.

⚠️ Safety

For food safety, authorities recommend that poultry is cooked through to a core temperature above 70°C, preferably 72–75°C, to kill any bacteria.

Wine for chicken

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