what temp should turkey be
The Right Temperature for a Turkey. â When the internal temperature registers a steady 165Â°F in the thigh, your turkey is done. How to Check the Turkey's Temperature. The best way to check the temperature of a turkey to to stick an instant-read thermometer in the meatiest part of the thigh (see photo above). This is a part of the turkey that cooks the slowest and is also one of the thickest.