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  1. Nov 22, 2022 · Thaw smaller 2 pounds turkey breast overnight and defrost larger 4-5 pounds turkey breast for 24 hours. If you breast is even larger, 7-10 pounds, you will need to thaw it for 2 days. Keep in mind, all standard refrigerators have colder and warmer zones. Generally speaking, bottom shelf above the veggie drawer is cooler than the top shelf.

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    • Thawing in the Refrigerator. Provided there's plenty of time before T-day, your best bet is to thaw your frozen turkey in the refrigerator. Keeping it in its original packaging, set your bird on a rimmed container to catch any juices.
    • Thawing in Cold Water. If you forgot about your frozen turkey until the day of, or your turkey hasn't entirely thawed in the fridge in time, this method might save the day.
    • Thawing in the Microwave. Thawing a turkey in the microwave is not highly recommended but may do in a pinch. Of course, the big question is, "Will it fit?"
    • Not Thawing at All. According to the USDA, just because your turkey is still icy on Thanksgiving morning, it doesn't mean you're destined to call for pizza delivery.
  2. Refrigerator Thawing. Thaw turkey breast side up, in an unopened wrapper on a tray in the fridge (40 degrees F or below). Allow at least one day of thawing for every 4 lbs of turkey. Keep turkey in original wrapper and place on tray. Use turkey within four days after thawing.

  3. Refrigerator thawing: The safest method to thaw a frozen turkey breast is in the refrigerator. Place the turkey breast in its original packaging or in a leak-proof plastic bag (if it’s not already wrapped tightly), and then place it on a tray or in a shallow pan to catch any drips. Refrigerate the turkey breast and allow it to thaw gradually. 4.

  4. Nov 18, 2016 · The web page explains the three safe ways to defrost a turkey (in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in a microwave) and the time and temperature for each method. It does not provide a specific answer for how long it takes to thaw a breast, but it suggests thawing a 16-pound turkey in four days and cooking it immediately after thawing.

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  6. Oct 1, 2021 · Submerge the turkey in a sink or cooler full of cold water (water should be below 40°F). Change the water every 30 minutes to keep the bird at a safe temperature. It takes about 30 minutes of ...

  7. Nov 2, 2023 · A general rule of thumb for thawing turkey in cold water is 30 minutes of thawing per pound of turkey. Here is a quick guide: 4 to 12 pounds — 2 to 6 hours. 12 to 16 pounds — 6 to 8 hours. 16 to 20 pounds — 8 to 10 hours. 20 to 24 pounds — 10 to 12 hours.

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