If you’re asking right now, with a fork in one hand and a hungry look in your eye, the answer is about 10 to 15 minutes per pound in a low oven. That’s the cold, hard math. But let’s be real—time is a weird thing when you’re starving. A minute feels like an hour, and an hour feels like a lifetime, especially when that smoky scent starts filling your kitchen.
For a standard 10-pound bird, you’re looking at about 90 minutes to 2 hours in a 325°F oven. That might sound like a commitment, but trust me, it’s shorter than the time it takes to argue with your spouse about who’s going to reheat it.
Pro tip: Your microwave is the enemy here. Please, for the love of all things crispy, do not nuke it. You’ll end up with a rubbery nightmare that tastes like regret and sadness. We’ve all been there, and we all know the shame.
