Microwave Oven Operation
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CUT
MICROWAVE
INTERNAL TEMP*
PROCEDURE
Chicken, whole
Med–High (70%)
5–8 min per lb
(450 g)
180°F
(80°C)
in thigh
Place breast side down on rack. Cover with plastic wrap. Turn
over halfway through cooking time.
Chicken, pieces
bone-in or boneless
High (100%)
3–6 min per lb
(450 g)
170°F
(75°C)
in breast
180°F
(80°C)
in thigh
Place on rack. Cover with plastic wrap. Turn over halfway
through cooking time.
Turkey, whole
up to 10 lbs
(4.5 kg)
Med (50%)
9–14 min per lb
(450 g)
180°F
(80°C)
in thigh
Place breast side down on rack. Cover with plastic wrap. Turn
over halfway through cooking time.
Turkey, breast
bone-in or boneless
Med (50%)
8–15 min per lb
(450 g)
170°F
(75°C)
Place on rack. Cover with plastic wrap. Turn over halfway
through cooking time.
*For best results, remove from microwave oven 5° less than final internal temperature. Allow to stand 3–5 minutes.
Poultry Roasting Guide