Reynolds Oven Bags Cooking Chart & Guide

Making dinner has never been so easy! Reynolds Kitchens® Oven Bags create simple, one-pan meals that help you cook tasty, juicy meats, vegetables, and sides with effortless cleanup.

Cooked turkey in an oven bag sitting in a roasting pan on an oven rack

Learn How to Use Oven Bags

Oven bags are the perfect way to ensure your main dish stays moist and full of flavor while making dinner prep a breeze. For easy and stress-free home-cooked meals, follow Reynolds Kitchens® Oven Bag instructions and cooking times to make delicious roasted turkey, pork, beef, or lamb.

Guide to Cooking a Turkey in an Oven Bag

Are you planning to make a turkey for the holidays or a special occasion? Cooking a turkey in an oven bag is the perfect way to achieve a hassle-free, mess-free, juicy, tasty turkey. Oven bag roasting is ideal for those who have never made a turkey before or an experienced cook who wants a tried-and-true method to roast a flavorful turkey with lots of juices for making gravy. 

Simply add the flour and vegetables to your bag, place your seasoned turkey and any other desired ingredients in the bag and bake—walk away until it’s done. The result will be tender, juicy, and flavorful meat, ready for everyone to devour. What’s even better, after-dinner cleanup couldn’t be any easier! Just toss the oven bag and turkey scraps in the trash. 

Follow our instructions and turkey in a bag cooking times for mouthwatering roasted turkey. 

Tip: estimate ½ pound per person for generous servings with leftovers

Reynolds Turkey Bag Instructions:

Tip: Use Reynolds Kitchens® Large Size Oven Bags for turkeys and other meats and poultry that are 8 pounds or smaller. Use Reynolds Kitchens® Turkey Size Bags for meats and poultry 8-24 pounds. 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 
  2. Add one tablespoon of flour to the bag, twist the bag closed, and SHAKE (this will keep the bag from bursting). Place the bag in a pan that is at least 2 inches deep. Tip: You may use wheat, rice, potato, nut, or gluten-free flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, or matzo meal instead of flour. 
  3. Add two sliced stalks of celery and one medium sliced onion and arrange evenly in the oven bag. Spray the inside of the bag with non-stick cooking spray, if desired.
  4. Brush thawed turkey with oil or melted butter, and season as desired. Place turkey on top of vegetables in the bag.
  5. Close the bag with the tie included in the package, then cut six half-inch slits on top of the bag to allow steam to escape. Tuck the ends of the bag in the pan. 
  6. Place the pan in the oven, allowing room for the bag to expand during cooking without touching heating elements, walls, or racks. The bag should not hang over the pan. 
  7. Bake according to the oven bag cooking times chart or recipe. 
  8. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DONENESS WITH A MEAT THERMOMETER  (For turkey, the meat thermometer should read at least 165°F in the breast and thigh, not touching the bone. If you prefer a well-done turkey with no pink juices, cook until 180°F in the thickest part of the thigh, not touching the bone). 
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Roasting a Turkey in an Oven Bag Cooking Times:

A turkey roasted in an oven bag will usually cook one hour faster than traditional open roasted methods. For approximate cooking times, follow the oven bag turkey cooking times chart. For food safety, always use a meat thermometer to ensure your meat is cooked correctly. If you are stuffing your turkey, the stuffing should also read at least 165°F. 

Do you prefer a traditional roasted turkey with crispy brown skin? Explore How to Cook a Thanksgiving Turkey for more delicious and easy ways to cook a turkey.

OVEN BAG TURKEY COOKING TIMES

The cooking times are consistent with food safety guidelines for cooking poultry.

Turkey WeightCooking Time @ 350°F
Until internal temp reaches 165°F in the breast and thigh in several places, not touching the bone
(If you prefer a well-done turkey with no pink juices, cook until 180°F in the thickest part of the thigh, not touching the bone)
Whole Turkey, unstuffed
No water needed.
10 to 12 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
12 to 16 pounds2 to 2 1/4 hours
16 to 20 pounds2 1/4 to 2 1/2 hours
20 to 24 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours
Whole Turkey, stuffed
No water needed. Stuffing temperature should be 165°F.
10 to 12 pounds2 to 2 1/2 hours
12 to 16 pounds2 1/2 to 2 3/4 hours
16 to 20 pounds2 3/4 to 3 hours
20 to 24 pounds3 to 3 1/2 hours
Turkey Breast, bone-in
No water needed.
4 to 8 pounds1 1/4 to 2 hours
8 to 12 pounds2 to 2 1/4 hours
Turkey Breast, boneless
No water needed.
2 1/2 to 3 pounds1 1/4 to 1 3/4 hours
3 to 5 pounds1 3/4 to 2 1/4 hours
5 to 8 pounds2 1/4 to 2 1/2 hours
8 to 12 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours
Turkey Drumsticks
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
1 1/2 to 3 pounds1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours
Wild Turkey
No water needed.
Same as whole turkey, but if skinless, add 1/4 cup water and brush with extra oil or butter.

Download the complete oven bag turkey guide directions and cooking times chart (in accordance with food safety guidelines by the USDA) for printing or saving for later.

Oven Bag Turkey Recipe Ideas

Oven Bag Cooking Guide for Everyday Meals

For an effortless way to prepare your home-cooked meals, try cooking dinner in an oven bag. Follow these simple steps and cooking times to ensure a delicious meal for four to six people with chicken and other poultry, beef, ham, pork, and lamb. If you’d like to keep these instructions handy, go ahead and download the complete guide for safekeeping or printing. 

OVEN BAG CHICKEN COOKING TIMES (AND OTHER POULTRY): 

The easiest way to roast juicy, flavorful chicken and poultry without the hassle of messy cleanup is with a Reynolds Kitchens® Oven Bag. They’re the perfect helper to whip up an easy, delicious family meal. The entire meal is cooked in one bag, with meat, vegetables, and flavorful seasonings combined to create a satisfying one-pan meal. Follow the directions and oven bag chicken cooking times chart below. 

Reynolds Oven Bag Instructions for Chicken and Other Poultry 

  1. Preheat the oven according to your recipe or the oven bag cooking time chart. 
  2. Add one tablespoon of flour to the bag, twist the bag closed, and SHAKE (this will keep the bag from bursting). You may substitute wheat, rice, potato, nut, or gluten-free flour, cornstarch, corn meal, matzo meal, or finely crushed crackers instead of flour. 
  3. Place the bag in a pan that is at least 2 inches deep. 
  4. Add vegetables, if desired, and arrange them evenly in the oven bag. Spray the inside of the bag with non-stick cooking spray, if desired. 
  5. Brush thawed chicken or poultry with oil or melted butter and season as desired. Place chicken on top of vegetables in the bag. 
  6. Close the bag with the tie included in the package, then cut six 1/2-inch slits on top of the bag to allow steam to escape. Tuck the ends of the bag in the pan. 
  7. Place the pan in the oven, allowing room for the bag to expand during cooking without touching heating elements, walls, or racks. The bag should not hang over the pan. 
  8. Bake according to the oven bag cooking times chart or recipe. 
  9. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DONENESS WITH A MEAT THERMOMETER.

OVEN BAG CHICKEN COOKING TIMES

The cooking times are consistent with food safety guidelines provided by the USDA.

Chicken WeightCooking Time @ 350°F
No water is needed. Cook until internal temp reaches 165°F in the breast and thigh in several places, not touching the bone. 
(If you prefer a well-done chicken with no pink juices,180°F in the thickest part of the thigh, not touching the bone)
3 1/2 to 4 pounds1 to 1 1/4 hours
4 to 7 pounds1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours
Chicken Breast Halves, Bone-in
No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 170°F
1 1/2 to 2 1/2 pounds40 to 45 minutes
Chicken Breast Halves, Boneless
No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 170°F
3/4 to 1 1/2 pounds25 to 30 minutes
Chicken Pieces
No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 180°F
2 to 3 pounds45 to 50 minutes
Chicken Thighs
No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 180°F
1/2 to 2 1/4 pounds35 to 40 minutes

OVEN BAG CORNISH HEN COOKING TIMES

Cornish Hen WeightCooking Time @ 350°F
Whole Hens (1 to 1 ½ pounds each)
No water needed.
Cook until the internal temp reaches 180°F
1 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds40 to 45 minutes
3 1/2 to 7 pounds45 to 60 minutes

OVEN BAG DUCK COOKING TIMES

Duck WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Add 2 tablespoons of flour, put apple or onion in the cavity
Cook until the internal temp reaches 165°F
5 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours

Oven Bag Roast Beef and Brisket Cooking Times:

The tantalizing aromas wafting from your kitchen as you cook your oven-bag roast beef or brisket will beckon your family to the table. It’s incredibly easy to whip up a hearty, savory meal in no time at all and save time on cleanup. Follow our comprehensive chart to find roast beef cooking times and oven-bag brisket. 

Reynolds Oven Bag Instructions for Roast Beef and Brisket 

  1. Preheat the oven according to your recipe or the oven bag cooking time chart. 
  2. Add one tablespoon of flour to the bag, twist the bag closed, and SHAKE (this will keep the bag from bursting). You may substitute wheat, rice, potato, nut, or gluten-free flour, cornstarch, corn meal, matzo meal, or finely crushed crackers instead of flour. 
  3. Place the bag in a pan that is at least 2” deep. 
  4. If desired, spray the inside of the bag with non-stick cooking spray. 
  5. Add water to the bag as directed by the cooking times chart. Season beef with 1 teaspoon dried thyme and ½ teaspoon pepper, or as directed by the recipe. 
  6. If desired, place vegetables around the beef. 
  7. Close the bag with the tie included in the package, then cut six 1/2-inch slits on top of the bag to allow steam to escape. Tuck the ends of the bag in the pan. 
  8. Place the pan in the oven, allowing room for the bag to expand during cooking without touching heating elements, walls, or racks. The bag should not hang over the pan. 
  9. Bake according to the oven bag cooking times chart or recipe. 
  10. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DONENESS WITH A MEAT THERMOMETER.

OVEN BAG ROAST BEEF COOKING TIMES

Cook until the internal temp reaches 160°F.

WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Chuck Pot Roast, Boneless
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until fork-tender.
1 1/2 to 2 1/2 pounds1 3/4 to 2 hours
2 1/2 to 5 pounds2 to 3 hours
Round Tip Roast (Sirloin Tip)
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F.
3 to 8 pounds1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours
Eye of Round Roast
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F.
2 to 3 pounds1 to 1 1/4 hours
3 to 5 pounds1 1/4 to 1 3/4 hours
London Broil (Top Round)
Add 1/2 cup water or broth.
Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F.
3 to 3 1/2 pounds55 to 60 minutes
Rump Roast
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
2 to 4 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
4 to 8 pounds2 to 2 1/2 hours
Bottom Round Roast
Add 1/4 cup water or broth. 
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
2 to 4 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
4 to 8 pounds2 to 2 1/2 hours
Prime Rib Roast
No water needed. 
Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F.
2 to 3 pounds45 minutes to 1 1/4 hours
3 to 5 pounds1 1/4 to 2 hours
Beef Rib Roast, small end 4 ribs
No water needed. 
Cook until internal temp reaches 145°F.
8 to 10 pounds2 1/2 to 2 3/4 hours
Brisket, Boneless Half
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until fork-tender.
2 to 3 pounds1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours
3 to 5 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours
Brisket, Boneless Whole
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until fork-tender.
8 to 10 pounds3 to 3 1/4 hours
Corned Beef Brisket
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until fork-tender.
2 to 3 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours
3 to 5 pounds3 to 3 1/2 hours

Tender and Juicy Oven Bag Beef Roast Recipe Ideas

Oven Bag Ham and Pork Roast Cooking Times:

Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or preparing a delicious weeknight meal, you must try oven bag ham or oven bag pork! These incredible roasted ham and pork dinners have never been easier to make. Just place everything in the bag, pop it in the oven, and toss the bag away when you’re finished. Check out our instructions and the chart of pork and ham cooking times below to get started. 

Oven Bag Ham and Pork Roast Instructions: 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F or according to your recipe or the oven bag cooking time chart. 
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of flour to the oven bag, twist the bag closed, and shake to coat the inside of your bag. You may substitute wheat, rice, potato, nut, or gluten-free flour, cornstarch, corn meal, matzo meal, or finely crushed crackers instead of flour. 
  3. Add water or broth to the bag as directed by the cooking time chart below, place the pork or ham into the bag, and season as you’d like or as directed by your recipe. 
  4. Close the bag with the tie included in the package and cut six half-inch slits on top of the bag. 
  5. Bake according to your recipe or the oven bag ham and pork cooking times charts below. 
  6. ALWAYS CHECK DONENESS TEMPERATURE WITH MEAT THERMOMETER.

OVEN BAG HAM COOKING TIMES

Ham WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Fresh Ham (Pork Leg), boneless
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
5 to 8 pounds2 to 3 hours
12 to 14 pounds3 1/2 to 4 hours
Fresh Ham (Pork Leg), bone-in
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
4 to 5 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours
Fully Cooked Ham Half, boneless
Add 1/2 cup water or broth.
Cook until internal temp reaches 140°F.
2 to 6 pounds1 to 1 3/4 hours
6 to 10 pounds1 3/4 to 2 1/2 hours
10 to 12 pounds2 1/2 to 2 3/4 hours
Fully Cooked Ham Half, bone-in
No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 140°F.
6 to 8 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
10 to 12 pounds2 to 2 1/2 hours
Spiral Sliced Ham
Place cut side down. No water needed.
Cook until internal temp reaches 140°F.
8 to 10 pounds1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours
Whole Country Ham, Bone-in
Soak completely covered in water for 24 hours before cooking. Drain. Add 4 cups of fresh water or broth to oven bag.
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
10 to 14 pounds3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours
Country Ham Half, Bone-in
Soak completely covered in water for 24 hours before cooking. Drain. Add 2 cups of fresh water or broth to oven bag.
Cook until internal temp reaches 160°F.
5 to 7 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours

OVEN BAG PORK ROAST COOKING TIMES

Cook until the internal temp reaches 160°F.

Pork WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Top Loin Roast, boneless
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
2 to 3 pounds1 to 1 1/2 hours
3 to 6 pounds1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours
Top Loin Roast, boneless, tied
Add 1/2 cup water or broth.
10 pounds2 to 2 1/4 hours
Sirloin Roast, bone-in
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
2 1/2 to 3 pounds1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours
3 to 6 pounds1 1/2 to 2 1/4 hours
Tenderloin, Whole (3/4 to 1 pound each)
No water needed.
1 1/2 to 2 pounds35 to 40 minutes
Pork Chops (1/2 inch thick)
No water needed.
3/4 to 1 1/2 pounds30 to 35 minutes
Spareribs
Add 1/4 cup water or broth. 
Cook until fork-tender.
1 to 4 pounds1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours
Boston Butt Roast (Shoulder)
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
Cook until fork-tender.
2 1/2 to 3 pounds1 3/4 to 2 1/4 hours
3 to 6 pounds2 1/4 to 3 hours
Fresh Picnic
Add 1/4 cup water or broth.
4 to 5 pounds2 1/2 to 3 hours

SMOKED PORK OVEN BAG COOKING TIMES

Pork WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Smoked Picnic
Add 1/4 cup water or broth. 
Cook until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
5 to 8 pounds2 1/4 to 3 hours
Fully Cooked Ham Half, bone-in
No water needed. 
Cook until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
6 to 8 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
Fully Cooked Ham Half, boneless
Add 1/2 cup water or broth. 
Cook until internal temperature reaches 140°F.
2 to 6 pounds1 to 1 3/4 hours

Tasty Oven Bag Ham Recipes and Pork Dishes for Everyday Meals & Holidays

Oven Bag Lamb Roast Cooking Times

Once you try cooking a lamb roast in an oven bag, you’ll never look back. The lamb is slow-cooked and roasted until the meat is tender, succulent, and juicy. It’s the perfect dish for special occasions and gatherings, enjoyed for its rich and hearty taste. What’s better? No messy cleanup at the end of your meal! 

Reynolds Cooking Bag Instructions for Lamb Roast: 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. 
  2. Add one tablespoon of flour to the oven bag, twist the bag closed, and SHAKE (this will keep the bag from bursting). You may substitute wheat, rice, potato, nut, or gluten-free flour, cornstarch, corn meal, matzo meal, or finely crushed crackers instead of flour. 
  3. Place the bag in a pan that is at least 2 inches deep. 
  4. Season lamb with 1 tablespoon dried thyme and ½ teaspoon pepper and place in the bag. 
  5. Close the bag with the tie included in the package and cut six half-inch slits at the top of the bag. 
  6. Bake according to the lamb roast cooking times chart below. 
  7. ALWAYS CHECK THE DONENESS TEMPERATURE WITH A MEAT THERMOMETER.

OVEN BAG LAMB ROAST COOKING TIMES

Cook until the internal temp reaches 150°F.

Lamb WeightCooking Time @ 325°F
Leg Roast, rolled, boneless
No water needed.
2 to 4 pounds1 to 1 1/2 hours
4 to 5 pounds1 1/2 to 2 hours
7 to 8 pounds1 3/4 to 2 1/4 hours
Leg Roast, half, bone-in
No water needed.
3 to 5 pounds1 to 1 1/2 hours
8 to 10 pounds2 to 2 1/2 hours