How Long to Thaw a Turkey Breast
Are you wondering How Long to Thaw a Turkey Breast? Here are 2 thawing methods that are safe.
Ingredients
- Turkey breast frozen
Instructions
Refrigerator Method
- Place frozen turkey breast in original wrapper on a large plate or baking dish to catch any juices, just in case. That is why it is recommended to thaw meat on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
- 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.
Cold Water Bath Method
- Keep breast meat in its original wrapping and place it in a large bowl, container or small sink. Add enough cold water to cover and the add ice. You may also change it once or twice to keep water ice cold.
- Good rule of thumb is to plan on thawing time of 30 minutes per pound of turkey breast.