Poultry · The Cooking Guide

Whole Chicken

Whole roasting chicken for family meals

Doneness

Temperature Guide

DonenessTemperatureDescription
Safe165°F / 75°CNo pink remaining, juices run clear

Safety

Cooking whole chicken safely

Cook to proper internal temperature

Use food thermometer

When in doubt, use a food thermometer, it's the only reliable way to know your whole chicken is safely cooked.