The 10 Best Turkey Roaster Ovens for Thanksgiving
Free up some space in your oven this year with a dedicated roaster.
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Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving for the first or hundredth time this year (or keeping it small and cooking for just your immediate family due to COVID-19), a turkey roaster oven can go a long way to make preparing your feast a little easier. Full turkeys take hours to cook, so a roaster oven can do the job while freeing up space in the main oven for potatoes, pies, and rolls. And no, it doesn’t make much sense to invest in a roaster oven that you might only use during the holidays. We selected options that will serve as versatile slow cookers all year for making things like chicken, ham, soups, and casseroles.
Consumer Score: 94% give it 4 stars or more
With a 22-quart capacity at under $100, this Hamilton Beach oven offers excellent value. That means you can roast turkeys up to 28 pounds with minimal fuss, thanks to the lift-out rack and domed, self-basting lid. But it’s good for more than just fowl. The temperature is adjustable from 150 to 450 degrees, so you can cook soups, side dishes, casseroles, and cakes, or just keep food warm until it’s ready to serve. The removable inner pan and stainless steel exterior make the worst part of Thanksgiving—the cleanup—a bit easier as well.
Consumer Score: 86% give it 4 stars or more
This option from Oster is similar to the Hamilton Beach—same size, comparable features—yet for a slightly lower cost. It too has a stainless steel exterior, removable pan and steel rack, and 150-450 degree temperature range. Though most feedback was positive, a few reviewers on Amazon reported that its temperature gauge was a bit off; it’s not a bad idea to test out your roaster oven before turkey day to ensure everything’s functioning properly.
Consumer Score: 92% give it 4 stars or more
This Breville oven may not look like your standard roaster, but it’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a multitalented countertop oven. Most roaster ovens can only, well, roast, but this can also toast, broil, air fry, and dehydrate. There’s room to cook a 14-pound turkey or fit a 9 x 13-inch pan, 12-cup muffin trays, or nine slices of bread. It also includes four mesh trays to slide in or out. In addition to its impressive 13 cooking functions, it boasts smart connectivity, accessible through the LCD display.
Consumer Score: 72% give it 4 stars or more
If you’re looking for a new way to roast your turkey this year, NutriChef’s countertop oven offers a vertical rotating rotisserie for more even, 360-degree cooking. It’s a lot less expensive than the Breville but includes more features than just baking or roasting like broil and rotisserie. Beyond cooking turkeys, it includes multiple skewer racks for making kebabs, as well as a bake pan and grill racks. The temperature goes up to 464 degrees, and the timer can be set for up to an hour. Some reviewers noted that it can be front-heavy, so you should be careful when openings the door.
Consumer Score: 86% give it 4 stars or more
Whether you already have an Instant Pot you love or want to take the plunge, you should consider this oval, eight-quart model. It’ll only be able to accommodate a turkey of up to six pounds, but as a small versatile slow cooker, it could be hard to beat. In addition to features like roast, bake, slow cook, and sear/sauté, the Aura has controls for ferment, stew, steam, yogurt, and rice. You can also adjust the temperature from 250 to 425 degrees and the timer from 10 minutes to four hours.
Consumer Score: 85% give it 4 stars or more
Nesco makes a variety of roaster ovens, but if you want something a bit smaller than the big 22-quart options, this 18-quart can still accommodate turkeys up to 22 pounds without taking over quite as much counter space. The temperature is adjustable from 200 to 450 degrees, and a removable steel rack with handles allows for easily lifting your food out. Nesco claims that its “Circle of Heat” element allows for more even, energy-efficient cooking. The porcelain-coated surfaces will also resist scratches, corrosion, and stains. And the removable inner pan is even dishwasher-safe.
Consumer Score: 89% give it 4 stars or more
We love this roaster because of how versatile it is. You can use it on Thanksgiving to cook your turkey, but it's also a lifesaver during holiday party season. It comes with a removable buffet server and three bins, making serving guests during a party and keeping your food warm that much easier.
Consumer Score: 82% give it 4 stars or more
If you love the idea of a fried turkey, but the idea of hot boiling oil makes you nervous, this oil-free option uses digital infrared technology to heat up your bird safely and evenly.
Consumer Score: 93% give it 4 stars or more
Fit a 24 lb. bird inside this roaster for a perfect cook. The dome lid will keep it warm while you wait for your guests to arrive. As a bonus, you can use it year-round to steam and slow cook foods, with temps from 125 to 450 degrees like a standard oven.
Consumer Score: 92% give it 4 stars or more
Short on storage space? This compact roaster is for you. It's easy to clean and effectively doubles your oven space, which, if you already have a small kitchen, will be key to executing Thanksgiving dinner without a hitch.
Paige Szmodis is an editor for Runner’s World, Bicycling, and Popular Mechanics, who researches and writes home, tech, and outdoor product reviews and news.
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