Turkey Size Chart
A standalone, printable reference table. See at a glance what size turkey you need for your guest count — no calculator needed.
Understand the recommendation
Read the complete guide for assumptions, safety notes, examples, and practical decisions behind this calculator.
Read the related guide →All-adult table, traditional spread, no leftovers. Use the main calculator for mixed groups and leftovers.
Printer-friendly — this table prints cleanly on one page.
| Guests | Whole turkey | Bone-in breast | Boneless breast |
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Past 20 guests, two smaller whole birds are recommended over one very large one.
Turkey Size Chart FAQ
What size turkey for 10 adults?
A 12–14 lb whole turkey feeds 10 adults with a traditional spread and no leftovers. Add 2–3 lbs if you want leftovers.
Is this chart accurate for all turkey cuts?
Yes — the chart shows whole bird, bone-in breast, and boneless breast columns. Boneless breast portions are roughly half the weight of whole bird for the same guest count.
Can I print this chart?
Yes — the page is printer-friendly. Use Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P) and the chart will print cleanly on one page.
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