Whole Turkey Internal Temperature
Turkey
Important — cook fully through
Chicken and turkey must never be served rare or pink. Cook to a minimum internal temperature of 74 °C165 °F to kill salmonella and campylobacter. Check the thickest part — not touching bone.
Safe minimum
74 °C165 °F
Rest
20 min
Tip
Measure the thickest part of the thigh, not touching bone. The breast can rest at safe temp while the thigh finishes.
Source
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service gives 74 °C165 °F as the safe minimum for this cut.