Turkey crown cooking times
A crown is the turkey breast on the bone, without the legs. It cooks faster than a whole bird and is easier to carve. Enter its weight for the cooking time.
Turkey crown cooking times (kg)
| Weight | Cooking time | Rest at least |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) | 1 h 40 min | 30 min |
| 2 kg (4.4 lb) | 1 h 50 min | 30 min |
| 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) | 2 h | 30 min |
| 3 kg (6.6 lb) | 2 h 10 min | 30 min |
| 3.5 kg (7.7 lb) | 2 h 20 min | 30 min |
| 4 kg (8.8 lb) | 2 h 50 min | 30 min |
| 5 kg (11 lb) | 3 h 10 min | 30 min |
Boneless turkey breast joints and rolls
Boned and rolled joints cook in about 35 minutes per kg at 190°C (170°C fan), and never less than an hour.
| Weight | Cooking time | Rest at least |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg (2.2 lb) | 1 h | 20 min |
| 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) | 1 h | 20 min |
| 2 kg (4.4 lb) | 1 h 10 min | 20 min |
| 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) | 1 h 30 min | 20 min |
| 3 kg (6.6 lb) | 1 h 45 min | 20 min |
Keeping a crown moist
Breast meat dries out quickly. Spread butter under the skin, lay streaky bacon over the top, and cover with foil until the last 30 minutes. Take it out at 74°C (165°F) in the middle of the breast and rest it for 30 minutes.
Questions
How long does a 2 kg turkey crown take?
About 1 h 50 min at 190°C (170°C fan), plus 30 minutes to rest.
Can you cook a turkey crown from frozen?
Only if the packaging says so. Most need to be fully thawed in the fridge first, which takes about 12 hours per kg.
How many people does a turkey crown feed?
Allow about 250 g (½ lb) per person before cooking. A 2 kg crown feeds about 8.
Times are a guide: ovens and joints vary. Always check meat with a thermometer before serving. FeastFlow’s times come from British Turkey, AHDB and USDA guidance, last checked 9 November 2026.