USDA: cook ground chicken and ground turkey, including turkey burgers, to 165°F (74°C), higher than the 160°F used for ground beef or pork. No rest time is needed.
- USDA safe minimum
- 165°F74°C internal temperature
- Rest time
- NoneNo rest required
- In Celsius
- 74°CSame safe minimum
- Check with
- ProbeA food thermometer, not color
Safe minimums from USDA FSIS and FoodSafety.gov. Checked .
Safe temperature for ground turkey
USDA: cook ground chicken and ground turkey, including turkey burgers, to 165°F (74°C), higher than the 160°F used for ground beef or pork. No rest time is needed.
Where to put the thermometer
Insert the thermometer at least 1/2 inch into the thickest part of the patty, or sideways for thin patties.
Questions people ask
Why is ground turkey 165°F but ground beef 160°F?
USDA sets 165°F for all poultry, ground or whole, versus 160°F for ground red meat.
Can turkey burgers be pink?
Color isn't reliable; use a thermometer and look for 165°F.
What temperature is ground turkey done?
USDA: cook ground chicken and ground turkey, including turkey burgers, to 165°F (74°C), higher than the 160°F used for ground beef or pork. No rest time is needed.