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The Zero-Fluff Cooking Cheatsheet
Hang this on the fridge. Exact temperatures, elapsed cook times, and mid-cook flip marks calibrated across convective, conductive, and radiant hardware.
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Air Fryer
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
400°F (204°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Chicken Tenders (Frozen Pre-Cooked)
390°F (199°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
380°F for 15m, then 400°F for 5m
20 mins total
Flip at 10m
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
390°F (199°C)
14–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
380°F (193°C)
22–24 mins
Flip at 12m
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
380°F (193°C)
20–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
375°F (190°C)
10 mins
Flip at 6m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
375°F (190°C)
14 mins
Flip at 8m
Sirloin Steak Bites
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Fresh, 1.5-inch)
380°F (193°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Frozen Solid / No-Thaw)
380°F (193°C)
14–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
390°F (199°C)
9–11 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
380°F (193°C)
12–14 mins
Flip at 7m
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
375°F (190°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
375°F (190°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
400°F (204°C)
18–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Frozen French Fries (Standard Cut / Crinkle)
400°F (204°C)
14–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Broccoli Florets (Fresh)
380°F (193°C)
8 mins
Flip at 4m
Baked Russet Potatoes (Whole)
400°F (204°C)
40–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
380°F (193°C)
5–6 mins
Flip at 3m
Frozen Dumplings & Gyoza (Pork / Chicken)
380°F (193°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
390°F (199°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Tater Tots (Frozen)
400°F (204°C)
12–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Fresh Green Beans
380°F (193°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Corn on the Cob (Fresh)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Frozen Taquitos / Flautas
380°F (193°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Buffalo Cauliflower Florets
390°F (199°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Air Fryer Soft & Hard-Boiled Eggs
270°F (132°C)
13–15 mins
No Flip
Whole Baked Russet Potato (Air Fryer)
400°F (204°C)
35–45 mins (no flip)
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets (Fresh, Air Fryer)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins (shake at 8 min)
Flip at 8m
Brussels Sprouts (Halved, Fresh, Air Fryer)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins (shake at 8 min)
Flip at 8m
Frozen Hash Brown Patties (Air Fryer)
380°F (193°C)
8–10 mins (flip at 5 min)
Flip at 5m
Frozen Egg Rolls (Air Fryer)
380°F (193°C)
10–12 mins (flip at 6 min)
Flip at 6m
Frozen Beer-Battered Onion Rings (Air Fryer)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins (shake at 5 min)
Flip at 5m
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
40–50 mins
Flip at 25m
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
390°F (199°C)
40–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
350°F (177°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
380°F (193°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Broccoli Florets
375°F (191°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Breast (Frozen, Boneless)
360°F (182°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Acorn Squash (Halved, Roasted)
375°F (191°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3–4 lb)
360°F (182°C)
50–60 mins
Flip at 35m
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
390°F (199°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 9m
Baked Cod Fillets (1-inch Thick)
380°F (193°C)
9–12 mins
No Flip
Frozen Fully-Cooked Chicken Nuggets (Tyson Fun Nuggets)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Frozen Crinkle-Cut French Fries (Ore-Ida Golden Crinkles)
400°F (204°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Frozen Mozzarella Sticks (Oven-Baked)
375°F (191°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Frozen Tater Tots (Oven-Baked)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Honey-Glazed Carrots (Whole or Halved)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
360°F (182°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
390°F (199°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Whole Cremini (Baby Bella) Mushrooms
380°F (193°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
390°F (199°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Broccoli Florets
380°F (193°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
390°F (199°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
375°F (191°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
390°F (199°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
390°F (199°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Sirloin Steak Bites (Sheet-Pan Oven Method)
400°F (204°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
390°F (199°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Ahi Tuna Steak (Seared Rare, Sushi-Grade)
400°F (204°C)
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Simmer, Fully Cooked)
390°F (199°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Grilled, Fully-Cooked)
390°F (199°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Fresh Asparagus Spears (Blanched)
390°F (199°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method)
375°F (191°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 12m
Baby Back Pork Ribs (Grill, Two-Zone Indirect)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Backyard Beef Burgers (1/3 lb, Direct Heat)
380°F (193°C)
9–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Oven-Baked Bacon (Regular-Cut Strips)
375°F (191°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Bacon (Thick-Cut, Sheet Pan Method)
380°F (193°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Foil-Wrapped Baked Potato (Grill)
400°F (204°C)
40–48 mins
Flip at 20m
BBQ Baby Back Ribs (One Rack, Cut in Thirds)
375°F (191°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
BBQ Chicken Breasts (Two-Zone Heat)
375°F (191°C)
13–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry (Flank Steak, Skillet)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Black Bean, Sweet Corn & Pepper Jack Quesadillas
380°F (193°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Blackened Chicken Breast (Boneless, Cajun / Prudhomme Style)
390°F (199°C)
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Whole, Bar-Snack Style)
400°F (204°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Butter-Basted)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb)
350°F (177°C)
38–48 mins
Flip at 22m
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (Pan-Seared, 1/2-Inch Pounded)
380°F (193°C)
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised)
380°F (193°C)
16–20 mins
Flip at 9m
Boneless Pork Chops (Skillet, Pan-Seared, 1-Inch Thick)
380°F (193°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Sausage)
360°F (182°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Fresh Bratwurst (Parboil Before Grill or Sear)
390°F (199°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Breaded Chicken Cutlets (Pan-Fried / Milanese)
390°F (199°C)
9–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Butternut Squash (Cubed, Roasted)
390°F (199°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 9m
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Cedar-Plank Salmon Fillet (Skin-On)
380°F (193°C)
10–13 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In, Dry-Brined)
390°F (199°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
380°F (193°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
One-Pan Chicken Parmesan (Skillet, No Breading, Pan-Seared)
380°F (193°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Low & Slow Sourdough)
370°F (188°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Blackened Cod Fillet (1-inch thick)
390°F (199°C)
9–12 mins
No Flip
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes (Jumbo Lump)
375°F (191°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Roasted Sheet Pan Potato Gnocchi & Bell Peppers
390°F (199°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Crispy-Skin Chicken Thighs (Bone-in)
380°F (193°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Crispy-Skin Salmon Fillet (6 oz Skin-On)
390°F (199°C)
8–11 mins
No Flip
Filet Mignon (Center Cut Tenderloin)
400°F (204°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb)
400°F (204°C)
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Classic French Toast (Custard-Soaked Brioche)
370°F (188°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Links, Beer-Braise + Sear)
360°F (182°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Fried Eggs (Sunny-Side Up)
330°F (166°C)
4–6 mins
No Flip
Garlic Bread (Toasted)
360°F (182°C)
4–6 mins
No Flip
Garlic Butter Mushrooms (Cremini, Skillet)
380°F (193°C)
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Garlic Butter Shrimp (15-Minute Skillet)
380°F (193°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Buttered Sourdough / Sharp Cheddar)
370°F (188°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Thigh & Bell Pepper Skewers
380°F (193°C)
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Grilled USDA Choice Ribeye Steak
400°F (204°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Juicy Grilled Turkey Patties (93/7)
375°F (191°C)
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Pan-Crisped Gnocchi (Shelf-Stable or Fresh, No-Boil)
390°F (199°C)
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Standard Home Oven
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Bacon (Thick-Cut, Sheet Pan Method)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (Bone-In, 1-inch Thick)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
425°F (218°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Chicken Wings (Crispy Baked, Party Wings)
425°F (218°C)
40–50 mins
Flip at 25m
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
350°F (177°C)
55–65 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
425°F (218°C)
35–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
425°F (218°C)
18–25 mins
No Flip
Brussels Sprouts (Halved, Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Whole Roasted Chicken (4–5 lb)
425°F (218°C)
55–75 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 12m
Asparagus Spears (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Glazed Ham (Spiral-Cut, 8–10 lb)
325°F (163°C)
2–2.5 hours (15 min/lb)
No Flip
Classic Lasagna (9×13 Pan)
375°F (190°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Turkey Breast (Bone-In, 5–7 lb)
325°F (163°C)
1.5–2 hours (20 min/lb)
No Flip
Cod Fillet (Fresh, Oven-Baked)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
425°F (218°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
425°F (218°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 15m
Green Beans (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Corn on the Cob (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Butternut Squash (Cubed, Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
25–35 mins
Flip at 15m
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
400°F (204°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Garlic Bread (Toasted)
400°F (204°C)
8–12 mins
No Flip
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
375°F (190°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Acorn Squash (Halved, Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
40–50 mins
Flip at 25m
Pork Loin Roast (Bone-In, 4–5 lb)
375°F (190°C)
1.25–1.75 hours (20 min/lb)
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless — Oven-Baked)
425°F (218°C) — hot-and-fast method for juicy interior
18–22 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tenders (Fresh, Breaded — Oven-Baked)
400°F (204°C) — hot enough to crisp the panko without burning
15–18 mins (flip once at 10 min for even browning)
Flip at 10m
Frozen French Fries (Straight-Cut, Oven-Baked)
425°F (218°C) — bag will say 400°F; go 25°F hotter
22–28 mins (flip once at 15 min)
Flip at 15m
Frozen Mozzarella Sticks (Oven-Baked)
450°F (232°C) — hot and short to crisp without cheese blowout
6–8 mins
No Flip
Frozen Tater Tots (Oven-Baked)
425°F (218°C) — go 25°F hotter than the bag says
25–30 mins (flip at 15 min for even browning)
Flip at 15m
Sirloin Steak Bites (Sheet-Pan Oven Method)
450°F (232°C) — high-heat sear-roast for browning without overcooking
8–12 mins (no flip)
No Flip
Bratwurst Sausages (Oven-Baked, Uncooked)
400°F (204°C) — hot enough to brown, low enough to not burst casings
20–25 mins (flip once at 12 min)
Flip at 12m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
400°F (204°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 10m
Salmon Fillets (Frozen Solid / No-Thaw)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets
425°F (218°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 12m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
400°F (204°C)
22–26 mins
No Flip
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Lobster Tail
425°F (218°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Tater Tots (Frozen)
425°F (218°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 12m
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
425°F (218°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
300°F (149°C)
150–180 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Green Beans
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Chicken Breast (Frozen, Boneless)
375°F (191°C)
35–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Oven-Baked Bacon (Regular-Cut Strips)
400°F (204°C)
15–20 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Butt)
300°F (149°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Pot Roast (Chuck Roast)
325°F (163°C)
180–210 mins
No Flip
Beef Stew (Cubed Chuck)
325°F (163°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Chili (Ground Beef & Bean)
325°F (163°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
425°F (218°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Baked Cod Fillets (1-inch Thick)
400°F (204°C)
14–18 mins
No Flip
Roasted Whole Cremini (Baby Bella) Mushrooms
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Roasted Sheet Pan Potato Gnocchi & Bell Peppers
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie (10-inch Pizookie)
350°F (177°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread (10-inch pan)
400°F (204°C)
20–24 mins
No Flip
Cast-Iron Pan Pizza (Detroit-Style, 10-inch Skillet)
500°F (260°C)
14–18 mins
No Flip
Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza (10-inch skillet)
425°F (218°C)
26–32 mins
No Flip
Dutch Baby Pancake (10-inch Skillet, 3-Egg Batter)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
No-Knead Bread (Lean Dough Boule)
450°F (232°C)
42–48 mins
Flip at 30m
Beef Barbacoa (Chuck Roast, Chipotle-Lime, for Tacos)
325°F (163°C)
3.5–4 hours
Flip at 120m
Beef Bourguignon (Chuck Roast, Red Wine Braise)
325°F (163°C)
2.5–3 hours
Flip at 90m
Smoked Beef Back Ribs
275°F (135°C)
3.5–4 hours
No Flip
Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut)
325°F (163°C)
3–3.5 hours
Flip at 90m
Braised Beef Cheeks (Red Wine, Aromatics)
325°F (163°C)
3.25–3.75 hours
Flip at 100m
Braised Lamb Shoulder (Boneless, Rolled and Tied)
325°F (163°C)
3–3.5 hours
Flip at 90m
Braised Pork Belly (Skin-On, Chinese Red-Braise Style)
325°F (163°C)
2–2.5 hours
Flip at 60m
Coq au Vin (Bone-In Chicken Braised in Red Wine)
325°F (163°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Lamb Shanks (Bone-In)
325°F (163°C)
2.5–3 hours
Flip at 75m
Osso Buco (Bone-In Veal Shank Cross-Cuts)
325°F (163°C)
2–2.5 hours
Flip at 60m
St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (3-2-1 Method)
275°F (135°C)
3.5–4 hours
Flip at 150m
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method)
275°F (135°C)
3–3.5 hours
Flip at 120m
BBQ Baby Back Ribs (One Rack, Cut in Thirds)
300°F (149°C)
2.25–2.75 hours
Flip at 90m
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
300°F (149°C)
4.5–5.5 hours
Flip at 180m
Pork Shoulder / Butt (4–5 lb, for Pulling)
300°F (149°C)
4–5 hours
Flip at 150m
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops (1.25–1.5 inch)
400°F (204°C)
18–23 mins
Flip at 10m
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Pork Tenderloin Medallions (1-inch Rounds, Pan-Seared)
400°F (204°C)
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Reverse-Sear Bone-in Ribeye (2-inch, Oven-First)
250°F (121°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
NY Strip Steak (1.25-inch, Butter Basted)
250°F (121°C)
30–38 mins
Flip at 18m
NY Strip Steak (1.5-inch thick)
250°F (121°C)
38–46 mins
Flip at 22m
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb)
500°F (260°C) Broil
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece)
500°F (260°C) Broil
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
425°F (218°C)
16–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain)
450°F (232°C)
8–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
400°F (204°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Smoked Sausage & Diced Potatoes
400°F (204°C)
28–34 mins
Flip at 15m
Whole Smoked Turkey (12–14 lb)
325°F (163°C)
3–3.75 hours
No Flip
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style)
350°F (177°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 45m
Smoked Turkey Legs (Bone-In, Skin-On, Fair-Style)
350°F (177°C)
70–85 mins
Flip at 40m
Broiled Turkey Meatball Subs with Provolone
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
425°F (218°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Whole "Rotisserie-Style" Chicken (4–5 lb Broiler)
375°F (191°C)
65–75 mins
No Flip
Spatchcocked Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
450°F (232°C)
38–45 mins
No Flip
Crispy-Skin Chicken Thighs (Bone-in)
425°F (218°C)
35–42 mins
No Flip
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On, Sear + Oven Finish)
375°F (191°C)
35–42 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In, Dry-Brined)
400°F (204°C)
35–42 mins
Flip at 20m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings — Flats & Drums)
425°F (218°C)
45–52 mins
Flip at 25m
Dry Sea Scallops (U/10 or U/15)
500°F (260°C) Broil
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Jumbo Shrimp Skewers (16/20 Count, Peeled)
425°F (218°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Mahi-Mahi Fillets (Skinless, 6–8 oz)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Pan-Seared Halibut Fillet (1-inch, Skin-Off)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Whole, Bar-Snack Style)
450°F (232°C)
7–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
425°F (218°C)
24–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
400°F (204°C)
25–32 mins
Flip at 15m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Roasted Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C)
18–23 mins
Flip at 12m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
425°F (218°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 14m
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
425°F (218°C)
15–19 mins
Flip at 10m
Spaghetti Squash (Halved)
400°F (204°C)
38–45 mins
No Flip
French Onion Soup (Slow-Caramelized Onion Base)
375°F (191°C)
50–65 mins
Flip at 30m
Macaroni and Cheese (3-Cheese, 4-Minute Pressure Cook)
375°F (191°C)
22–28 mins
No Flip
Breaded Chicken Cutlets (Pan-Fried / Milanese)
425°F (218°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 9m
Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
White Rice (Long Grain)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
3 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Fresh, Boneless)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Frozen, Boneless)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Hard Boiled Eggs (5-5-5 Method)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
5 mins
No Flip
Pot Roast (Chuck Roast)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Butt)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
60–90 mins
No Flip
Dried Beans (No Soak, Pinto/Black)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Beef Stew (Cubed Chuck)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Chili (Ground Beef & Bean)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
15–20 mins
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3–4 lb)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Corn on the Cob (Fresh)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Brown Rice (Long Grain)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
22 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
15–20 mins
No Flip
Bone Broth (Beef or Chicken)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
120 mins
No Flip
Steel Cut Oats
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
4 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (Bone-In, 1-inch)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Spaghetti Squash (Halved)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
7–10 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Macaroni and Cheese (3-Cheese, 4-Minute Pressure Cook)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
4 mins High Pressure + immediate Quick Release
No Flip
Fluffy White Quinoa (Rinsed, 1:1.25 Ratio)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
1 min High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Pressure Release (NPR)
No Flip
Lamb Curry / Rogan Josh (Boneless Lamb Shoulder Chunks)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
25–28 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Pressure Release
No Flip
New York Cheesecake (7-inch Springform, PIP)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
40 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Release + Quick Release
No Flip
Classic Beef Meatloaf (1.5 lb, Foil-Sling PIP)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
25 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Release
No Flip
Refried Beans (Dried Pintos, No Soak)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
45–50 mins High Pressure + full Natural Release (25–30 mins)
No Flip
Chunky Applesauce (From Raw Apples)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
5 mins High Pressure + Quick Release
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
15–20 mins High Pressure + full Natural Release (15+ mins)
No Flip
Frozen Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless, from Solid Block)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
12–14 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Release
No Flip
One-Pot Chicken and Rice (Boneless Thighs on Long-Grain White Rice)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
10 mins High Pressure + 10 mins Natural Release
No Flip
Bolognese Sauce (Beef & Pork, Slow Braise)
High Pressure (10.2–11.6 psi)
30 mins High Pressure + 15 mins Natural Release
No Flip
Broccoli Florets (Steamed, Instant Pot)
High Pressure (1-min cook — near-instant steam poach)
1-min pressure + quick release (~10-min total including come-up)
No Flip
Frozen Meatballs in Marinara (Instant Pot)
High Pressure (5 min) with 5-min natural release
5-min pressure + 5-min natural release (~20-min total)
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
240°F (116°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck Roast (Whole, 3–4 lb)
240°F (116°C)
55–65 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Frozen Solid / No-Thaw)
240°F (116°C)
5–6 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
240°F (116°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Salsa Verde Chicken (Bone-In, Skinless Thighs)
240°F (116°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
240°F (116°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
240°F (116°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised)
240°F (116°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
BBQ Baby Back Ribs (One Rack, Cut in Thirds)
240°F (116°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
240°F (116°C)
7–9 mins
No Flip
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
240°F (116°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
240°F (116°C)
1–2 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
240°F (116°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
240°F (116°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets
240°F (116°C)
0–1 mins
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets
240°F (116°C)
1–2 mins
No Flip
Green Beans
240°F (116°C)
1–2 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
240°F (116°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
240°F (116°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
240°F (116°C)
14–18 mins
No Flip
Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage (Flat Cut)
240°F (116°C)
85–90 mins
No Flip
Fresh Green Beans
240°F (116°C)
0–1 mins
No Flip
Beef Barbacoa (Chuck Roast, Chipotle-Lime, for Tacos)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
60–65 mins
No Flip
Beef Bourguignon (Chuck Roast, Red Wine Braise)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Beef Brisket (Flat, Braised Whole)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
65–75 mins
No Flip
Beef Chili (Ground Chuck, Stovetop Simmered)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck (Stew Meat, 1.5-inch Cubes)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Smoked Beef Short Ribs (Dino Ribs)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Black Beans from Dry (Unsoaked, Sofrito)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Southern Boiled Peanuts (raw green peanuts in shell)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
32–38 mins
No Flip
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Plain, for Meal Prep)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Braised Beef Cheeks (Red Wine, Aromatics)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Braised in Sauce)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Braised Lamb Shoulder (Boneless, Rolled and Tied)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Braised Pork Belly (Skin-On, Chinese Red-Braise Style)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Brown Lentil Soup
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Brown Rice (Long Grain)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
20–22 mins
No Flip
Pork Carnitas (Slow Cooker / Pressure Cooker Style)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Sliced)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Cassoulet (White Bean, Pork & Duck Stew)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Chicken and Dumplings
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Poached)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Chicken Noodle Soup
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Chicken Stock (Homemade Bone Broth)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Poached)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tikka Masala (Saucy Curry)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tortilla Soup
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Cinnamon Applesauce (Fresh Homemade)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Classic Beef Stew (Chuck, Potatoes & Carrots)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Classic Chili con Carne
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
18–20 mins
No Flip
Coq au Vin (Red Wine Braised Chicken)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Corned Beef and Cabbage
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
75–85 mins
No Flip
Cubed Potatoes (Steamed for Salad or Hash)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
4–5 mins
No Flip
French Dip Chuck Roast (Shredded with Au Jus)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
55–60 mins
No Flip
Great Northern Beans (Dry, Unsoaked)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Green Lentils (French Green / Puy Style)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Hard-Boiled Eggs (5-5-5 Method)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
5 mins
No Flip
Kalua Pork (Hawaiian Pulled Pork)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
60–70 mins
No Flip
Lamb Shanks (Braised with Rosemary & Garlic)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Mashed Potatoes (Quartered Yukon Golds)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Mississippi Pot Roast (Chuck, Pepperoncini, Ranch, Butter)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
55–60 mins
No Flip
Osso Buco (Bone-In Veal Shank Cross-Cuts)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
40–45 mins
No Flip
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
60–70 mins
No Flip
White Quinoa (Rinsed, Stovetop / Pressure Cooker)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
1–2 mins
No Flip
Shredded Chicken (Bone-in, Skinless Thighs)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
12–14 mins
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Ham Hock
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
9–10 mins
No Flip
Whole Fresh Artichokes (globe, medium-large)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Whole Beets (Skin On, For Peeling)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method)
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
12-Inch Skillet / Non-Stick
Ground Beef Taco Meat (85/15)
Medium-High (375°F / 190°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 4m
Garlic Butter Shrimp (15-Minute Skillet)
Medium-High Heat
5 mins (2.5m per side)
Flip at 2m
Ground Turkey Sloppy Joe Filling
Medium-High then Medium Simmer
12–15 mins
Flip at 5m
Leftover Jasmine Fried Rice with Scrambled Eggs
High Heat
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
Medium-High
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Black Bean, Sweet Corn & Pepper Jack Quesadillas
Medium Heat
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes (Nonstick Skillet)
Medium (375°F surface, butter foaming but not browning)
3–5 mins total (2–3 min first side, 1–2 min flip)
Flip at 3m
Classic French Toast (Custard-Soaked Brioche)
Medium-low (325°F surface, butter foamy)
4–6 mins total (2–3 min per side)
Flip at 3m
Sea Scallops (Dry-Packed, U/10 or U/15)
Ripping-hot stainless (500°F surface, avocado oil just short of smoke)
3–4 mins total (90 seconds per side)
Flip at 2m
Ahi Tuna Steak (Seared Rare, Sushi-Grade)
Screaming-hot stainless (550°F+ surface, oil at first wisp of smoke)
2–3 mins total (60–90 seconds per side, one flip)
Flip at 1m
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes (Jumbo Lump)
Medium (325°F surface, butter foaming and 1 tbsp oil)
8–10 mins total (4–5 min per side, one flip)
Flip at 5m
Crispy Skillet Hash Browns (Shredded Russet)
Medium-high (375°F surface, oil shimmering)
12–16 mins total (7–9 min undisturbed first side, 5–7 min flipped)
Flip at 8m
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry (Flank Steak, Skillet)
Ripping-hot stainless (500°F+ surface, 2 tbsp neutral oil at first smoke)
8–10 mins total (2 min beef sear per batch × 2 batches + 3 min sauce combine)
No Flip
Sirloin Steak Bites & Potatoes (Skillet)
Ripping-hot stainless (500°F+ surface)
12–16 mins total (8–10 min potatoes + 3–4 min steak bites)
No Flip
Garlic Butter Mushrooms (Cremini, Skillet)
Medium-high (400°F surface, oil shimmering not smoking)
8–10 mins total (7–9 min mushrooms undisturbed + 1 min garlic butter finish)
Flip at 4m
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (Pan-Seared, 1/2-Inch Pounded)
Medium-high heat (375°F–400°F surface, oil shimmering)
8–10 mins total (5 min first side + 3–4 min second side)
Flip at 5m
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Butter-Basted)
Medium-high heat (400°F surface, oil shimmering)
8–10 mins total (4–5 min first side + 3–4 min second side with basting)
Flip at 5m
Crispy-Skin Salmon Fillet (6 oz Skin-On)
Medium heat (375°F pan surface, oil shimmering)
7–9 mins total (6 min skin-side down + 1–2 min flesh-side finish)
Flip at 6m
Skirt Steak (Thin High-Heat Sear, Fajita / Taco Cut)
Screaming-hot high heat (475°F–500°F surface, light smoking oil)
4–6 mins total (2–3 mins per side undisturbed)
Flip at 3m
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Low & Slow Sourdough)
Medium-low heat (300°F–325°F surface, gentle sizzle)
6–8 mins total (3–4 mins per side, covered with lid on first side)
Flip at 4m
Breaded Chicken Cutlets (Pan-Fried / Milanese)
Medium-high heat (oil at 350°F–360°F, vigorous bubbling around wooden chopstick)
5–7 mins total (2.5–3.5 mins per side)
Flip at 3m
Sunny-Side Up Eggs (Butter-Basted, Silky Runny Yolks)
Medium-low heat (275°F–300°F surface, gentle butter foam without browning)
3–4 mins total (no flip — covered with lid or basted with foaming butter)
No Flip
Pan-Crisped Gnocchi (Shelf-Stable or Fresh, No-Boil)
Medium-high heat (375°F surface, butter sizzling)
8–10 mins total (4–5 mins undisturbed first side + 4–5 mins tossing to brown all sides)
Flip at 5m
One-Pan Chicken Alfredo (Skillet, Pasta Cooked in Sauce)
Medium-high sear (375°F surface) then medium simmer (200°F–210°F liquid) for the pasta stage
20–22 mins total (6 min chicken sear + 14–16 min pasta simmer)
Flip at 3m
Marry Me Chicken (Skillet, Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce)
Medium-high sear (400°F surface) then medium simmer (200°F liquid) for the sauce finish
18–22 mins total (8–10 min sear + 10–12 min sauce simmer)
Flip at 4m
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes (Skillet, 4-Inch Rounds)
Medium heat (surface 350°F–375°F, drop of water dances 2–3 seconds before evaporating)
4–5 mins total per pancake (2–3 min first side until bubbles pop and edges look dry, 1.5–2 min second side)
Flip at 3m
One-Pan Chicken Parmesan (Skillet, No Breading, Pan-Seared)
Medium-high sear (400°F surface) then medium simmer (205°F sauce) covered for cheese melt
20–25 mins total (10 min sear + 8 min simmer in sauce + 5–7 min covered to melt cheese)
Flip at 5m
Boneless Pork Chops (Skillet, Pan-Seared, 1-Inch Thick)
Medium-high heat (surface 425°F–450°F, oil shimmering with wisps of smoke)
8–10 mins total (4–5 min first side undisturbed + 3–4 min second side + 90 sec butter basting)
Flip at 4m
Ground Beef Browning (Skillet, for Tacos/Chili/Bolognese)
Medium-high heat (surface 400°F–425°F, immediate sizzle on contact)
7–10 mins total (3 min undisturbed to build fond + 4–7 min breaking apart while browning)
Flip at 3m
Chicken Piccata (Skillet, Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce)
Medium-high heat (375°F–400°F surface, butter foam actively bubbling without browning at the start)
10–14 mins total (5–7 min in 2 batches for cutlets + 5–7 min pan sauce reduction)
Flip at 2m
Chicken Marsala (Skillet, Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce)
Medium-high sear (400°F surface) then medium simmer (205°F) for the sauce build
20–25 mins total (8 min for 2 cutlet batches + 6 min mushroom sauté + 6–10 min sauce reduction and chicken re-warm)
Flip at 3m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
400°F (204°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
375°F (191°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
375°F (191°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 5m
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
400°F (204°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
375°F (191°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 6m
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
375°F (191°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
375°F (191°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 4m
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
375°F (191°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
375°F (191°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
425°F (218°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
375°F (191°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
375°F (191°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 3m
Sirloin Steak Bites
425°F (218°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain)
425°F (218°C)
4–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Backyard Beef Burgers (1/3 lb, Direct Heat)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
375°F (191°C)
12–16 mins
Flip at 6m
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
375°F (191°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
375°F (191°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
350°F (177°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
375°F (191°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Broccoli Florets
375°F (191°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Green Beans
375°F (191°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Whole Cremini (Baby Bella) Mushrooms
400°F (204°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
375°F (191°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
350°F (177°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Garlic Bread (Toasted)
350°F (177°C)
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
22–27 mins
Flip at 14m
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Pork Tenderloin Medallions (1-inch Rounds, Pan-Seared)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops (1.25–1.5 inch)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
10–13 mins
Flip at 5m
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
NY Strip Steak (1.25-inch, Butter Basted)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
NY Strip Steak (1.5-inch thick)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
9–12 mins
Flip at 2m
NY Strip Steak (Boneless, 1.25-inch)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Thick Ribeye Steak (1.5-inch, Butter Basted)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–11 mins
Flip at 4m
Reverse-Sear Bone-in Ribeye (2-inch, Oven-First)
475°F (246°C) Stovetop Screaming High
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
T-Bone Steak (1.5-inch, Bone-In)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
8–11 mins
Flip at 4m
Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece)
475°F (246°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Fresh Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
10–13 mins
Flip at 5m
Smash Burger Patties (2 oz Chuck Balls)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Grilled Smash Burgers (Cast-Iron Griddle Insert on Grate)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Sheet Pan Breakfast Sausage, Diced Potatoes & Baked Eggs
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
14–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Smoked Sausage & Diced Potatoes
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
14–18 mins
Flip at 7m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Pan-Fry
14–18 mins
Flip at 7m
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On, Sear + Oven Finish)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
22–28 mins
Flip at 12m
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 6m
Salmon Fillets & Green Beans (One-Pan Dinner)
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium-High
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Shrimp
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Blackened Shrimp (Peeled, 21/25 count)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Jumbo Shrimp Skewers (16/20 Count, Peeled)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Dry Sea Scallops (U/10 or U/15)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Mahi-Mahi Fillets (Skinless, 6–8 oz)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Baked Cod Fillets (1-inch Thick)
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Cod Fillet (Fresh, Oven-Baked)
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Fresh Asparagus Spears (Blanched)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Asparagus Spears (Roasted)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Cauliflower Florets
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Roasted Broccoli Florets
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
380°F (193°C) Stovetop Medium
10–13 mins
Flip at 5m
Oven-Baked Bacon (Regular-Cut Strips)
350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Bacon (Thick-Cut, Sheet Pan Method)
350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Thick-Cut Bacon (Cold-Start Cast Iron Method)
350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Sheet Pan (Convection Bake)
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
425°F (218°C) Convection
15–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Smoked Sausage & Diced Potatoes
400°F (204°C)
22–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Salmon Fillets & Green Beans (One-Pan Dinner)
400°F (204°C)
12–14 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Chicken Thighs & Root Vegetables
400°F (204°C)
32–38 mins
Flip at 20m
Bone-In Pork Chops with Apples & Onions
400°F (204°C)
20–24 mins
No Flip
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil (Shrimp, Sausage, Corn, Potatoes)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins (12 min sausage + potatoes + corn, then 8 min with shrimp added)
Flip at 12m
Brussels Sprouts & Bacon (Halved, Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 15m
Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos (Assembled, Cheese-Melt Phase)
400°F (204°C)
6–10 mins
No Flip
Spiral-Sliced Glazed Ham (Bone-In, 8–10 lb)
325°F (163°C)
10–15 mins per lb (about 1h 20m – 2h for an 8–10 lb ham)
Flip at 60m
Honey-Glazed Carrots (Whole or Halved)
400°F (204°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 15m
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
425°F (218°C)
16–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
425°F (218°C)
28–32 mins
Flip at 18m
Oven-Baked Bacon (Regular-Cut Strips)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Roasted Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 12m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Whole Baked Russet Potatoes (10–12 oz Each)
400°F (204°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 40m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
425°F (218°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 15m
Baked Cod Fillets (1-inch Thick)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain)
450°F (232°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 7m
Free-Form Meatloaf (2 lb, Shaped on the Pan)
375°F (191°C)
55–70 mins
No Flip
Broiled Turkey Meatball Subs with Provolone
425°F (218°C) + Broil
8–10 mins
No Flip
Sheet Pan Breakfast Sausage, Diced Potatoes & Baked Eggs
400°F (204°C)
22–24 mins
Flip at 15m
Roasted Sheet Pan Potato Gnocchi & Bell Peppers
425°F (218°C)
20 mins
Flip at 10m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
425°F (218°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 18m
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
425°F (218°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Sheet Pan Italian Sausage Links & Bell Peppers
425°F (218°C)
22–28 mins
Flip at 15m
Fresh Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Roasted Butternut Squash Cubes (1-inch)
425°F (218°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 18m
Frozen Crinkle-Cut French Fries (Ore-Ida Golden Crinkles)
425°F (218°C)
20–24 mins
Flip at 12m
Frozen Fully-Cooked Chicken Nuggets (Tyson Fun Nuggets)
400°F (204°C)
11–13 mins
Flip at 7m
Roasted Whole Cremini (Baby Bella) Mushrooms
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 15m
Frozen French Fries (Sheet Pan)
425°F (218°C) — hot for crisping
22–28 mins (flip at 15 min)
Flip at 15m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
425°F (218°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
425°F (218°C)
30–35 mins
Flip at 18m
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
400°F (204°C)
14–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
425°F (218°C)
40–50 mins
Flip at 25m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
400°F (204°C)
35–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
425°F (218°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
375°F (191°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
425°F (218°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Cod Fillet (Fresh, Oven-Baked)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
400°F (204°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
400°F (204°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
425°F (218°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Bratwurst Sausages (Oven-Baked, Uncooked)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Broccoli Florets (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 10m
Cauliflower Florets (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 12m
Asparagus Spears (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Green Beans (Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 10m
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
400°F (204°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Brussels Sprouts (Halved, Roasted)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
400°F (204°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 15m
Pork Tenderloin Medallions (1-inch Rounds, Pan-Seared)
425°F (218°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops (1.25–1.5 inch)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
400°F (204°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 13m
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb)
400°F (204°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 13m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
425°F (218°C)
12–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 11m
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb)
500°F (260°C) Broil
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece)
500°F (260°C) Broil
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
NY Strip Steak (1.25-inch, Butter Basted)
250°F (121°C)
30–36 mins
Flip at 18m
Sirloin Steak Bites
450°F (232°C)
8–11 mins
Flip at 5m
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On, Sear + Oven Finish)
375°F (191°C)
35–42 mins
No Flip
Spatchcocked Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
450°F (232°C)
40–48 mins
No Flip
Crispy-Skin Chicken Thighs (Bone-in)
425°F (218°C)
35–42 mins
No Flip
Breaded Chicken Cutlets (Pan-Fried / Milanese)
425°F (218°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 10m
Turkey Breast (Bone-In, 5–7 lb)
350°F (177°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style)
375°F (191°C)
65–75 mins
Flip at 35m
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Direct Grate)
450°F (232°C)
8–11 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Frozen Solid / No-Thaw)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Mahi-Mahi Fillets (Skinless, 6–8 oz)
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Dry Sea Scallops (U/10 or U/15)
500°F (260°C) Broil
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Shrimp
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Blackened Shrimp (Peeled, 21/25 count)
450°F (232°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp Skewers (16/20 Count, Peeled)
425°F (218°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears)
425°F (218°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 12m
Cauliflower Florets
425°F (218°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 14m
Green Beans
425°F (218°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 9m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
425°F (218°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 9m
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
50–60 mins
Flip at 30m
Baked Russet Potatoes (Whole)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
300°F (149°C)
2.5–3 hours
Flip at 90m
St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (3-2-1 Method)
300°F (149°C)
3–3.5 hours
Flip at 120m
Garlic Bread (Toasted)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Whole, Bar-Snack Style)
450°F (232°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps
400°F (204°C)
15–18 mins
Flip at 10m
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
375°F (191°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Spaghetti Squash (Halved)
400°F (204°C)
38–45 mins
No Flip
Tater Tots (Frozen)
425°F (218°C)
22–26 mins
Flip at 12m
Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
450°F (232°C) Broil Carnitas Crisp
6–8 mins
No Flip
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
400°F (204°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Cast Iron Skillet
Smash Burger Patties (2 oz Chuck Balls)
High Heat / Searing (450°F+)
3–4 mins total
Flip at 2m
Thick Ribeye Steak (1.5-inch, Butter Basted)
Smoking Hot Sear + Medium-Low Butter Baste
7–9 mins
Flip at 2m
Crispy Skin Salmon Fillet (Pan Seared)
Medium-High (400°F / 204°C)
6–8 mins (5m skin down, 2m flip)
Flip at 5m
Filet Mignon (Center Cut Tenderloin)
Smoking Hot High Heat (450°F+)
8–10 mins
Flip at 2m
Crispy-Skin Chicken Thighs (Bone-in)
Medium Heat Stovetop to 400°F Oven
20–25 mins
Flip at 12m
Dry Sea Scallops (U/10 or U/15)
Ripping hot — 500°F (260°C) surface, oil just short of smoke
3–4 mins total (90 seconds per side)
Flip at 2m
Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Buttered Sourdough / Sharp Cheddar)
Low-medium — 275°F (135°C) surface, well under butter's smoke point
8–10 mins (4–5 mins per side, lid on for the first side)
Flip at 4m
Fried Eggs (Sunny-Side Up)
Low-medium — 300°F (149°C) surface, butter foaming but not browning
3–4 mins, undisturbed
No Flip
Blackened Cod Fillet (1-inch thick)
Ripping hot — 500°F+ (260°C+), pan visibly smoking
5–6 mins (2.5–3 mins per side)
Flip at 3m
Blackened Shrimp (Peeled, 21/25 count)
Ripping hot — 500°F+ (260°C+), pan visibly smoking
2–3 mins total (60–90 seconds per side)
Flip at 1m
Frittata (10-inch, 8-Egg, Stovetop Start / Broiler Finish)
Medium-low stovetop (~350°F surface) → high broiler
10–14 mins total (6–8 mins stovetop, 3–4 mins under broiler)
No Flip
Bone-in Lamb Rib Chops (1-inch thick)
Ripping hot — 500°F (260°C) surface
4–6 mins (2–3 mins per side)
Flip at 2m
Venison Backstrap Medallions (1.5-inch thick)
Ripping hot — 500°F (260°C), then off heat to baste
4–5 mins total (90 seconds per side, then baste off heat)
Flip at 2m
Pork Chops (Bone-In, 1.25-inch thick)
Ripping hot sear (450°F+) → 400°F oven finish
10–14 mins (3 mins sear per side, 4–8 mins in the oven)
Flip at 3m
Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread (10-inch pan)
425°F (218°C) — pan preheated dry in the oven for 15 minutes first
20–25 mins
No Flip
NY Strip Steak (1.25-inch, Butter Basted)
Ripping hot sear (500°F+ surface) with butter-baste in the last 90 seconds
6–8 mins (flip every 60 seconds, baste for the final 90 seconds)
Flip at 1m
Thick-Cut Bacon (Cold-Start Cast Iron Method)
Cold start → steady medium heat (surface holds around 300°F once fat renders)
15–20 mins (flip once at the halfway mark; drain rendered fat if the pool goes deeper than 1/8-inch)
Flip at 10m
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On, Sear + Oven Finish)
450°F (232°C) stovetop sear for 4 minutes → 425°F (218°C) oven finish for 20–28 minutes
24–32 mins (4 mins skin-side-down sear, 20–28 mins in the oven bone-side down)
Flip at 4m
Marinated Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole 1.5 lb Piece)
Screaming hot (550°F+ surface) — pan smoking before the steak goes down
3–5 mins (90 seconds per side, no second flip)
Flip at 2m
Pork Tenderloin Medallions (1-inch Rounds, Pan-Seared)
Ripping hot sear (450°F surface) with a splash of neutral oil
5–7 mins (2.5–3.5 mins per side, one flip)
Flip at 3m
Ground Beef Browning (80/20 Chuck, for Tacos or Chili)
Medium-high (surface around 400°F when the beef hits the pan)
8–12 mins (3 mins undisturbed for a sear crust, then break and stir for 5–9 more mins)
Flip at 3m
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Links, Beer-Braise + Sear)
Medium-high sear (surface ≈375°F) → simmer in beer → return to sear
18–22 mins (3 mins initial sear per side, 10 mins covered simmer in 12 oz beer, 2 mins final sear to re-crisp)
Flip at 3m
Dutch Baby Pancake (10-inch Skillet, 3-Egg Batter)
425°F (218°C) — skillet preheated dry in the oven for 10 minutes before the butter goes in
18–22 mins (do not open the oven for the first 15 minutes)
No Flip
Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie (10-inch Pizookie)
350°F (177°C) — skillet at room temperature, not preheated
22–28 mins (rotate the pan once at the 15-min mark for even edges)
No Flip
Cast-Iron Pan Pizza (Detroit-Style, 10-inch Skillet)
500°F (260°C) with an oven rack in the lower third and a stone or steel preheated 45 minutes on the rack below
14–18 mins (rotate 180° at the 10-min mark)
No Flip
Boneless Skin-On Chicken Thighs (Pan-Seared)
Medium-high (surface ≈400°F) with a splash of neutral oil
10–14 mins (7–9 mins skin-side-down under a weight, 3–5 mins flesh-side up)
Flip at 8m
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Whole, Bar-Snack Style)
Screaming hot (surface holds 500°F+ throughout) — pan just barely smoking before the peppers go in
4–6 mins (leave undisturbed 90 seconds then toss every 45 seconds; do not cover the pan)
Flip at 2m
Hash Browns (Shredded Russet, Diner-Style Cake)
Medium-high (surface ≈375°F) — oil should shimmer but not smoke when the shreds go in
12–16 mins (6–8 mins undisturbed for the first crust, flip as one cake, 6–8 mins on the second side)
Flip at 7m
Reverse-Sear Bone-in Ribeye (2-inch, Oven-First)
250°F (121°C) oven to bring the internal to 115°F → ripping hot cast iron (500°F+ surface) for the crust
50–75 mins (45–65 mins in a 250°F oven to 115°F internal, 3–5 mins hard sear in cast iron flipped every 30 seconds)
Flip at 1m
Pan-Seared Halibut Fillet (1-inch, Skin-Off)
Medium-high (surface ≈425°F) with 1 tbsp neutral oil and 1 tbsp butter added after the first flip
5–7 mins (3–4 mins on the first side, 2–3 mins on the second side with a butter baste)
Flip at 3m
Blackened Chicken Breast (Boneless, Cajun / Prudhomme Style)
Screaming hot (550°F+ surface, pan smoking heavily) — do this with the vent hood on or outside on a grill side burner
6–8 mins (3–4 mins per side, one flip, no oil in the pan — the butter on the spice does the browning)
Flip at 4m
Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza (10-inch skillet)
475°F (246°C) — bottom rack for maximum crust browning
22–28 mins
No Flip
NY Strip Steak (1.5-inch thick)
Screaming hot cast iron (500°F+ / 260°C+)
8–10 mins (4 min per side)
Flip at 4m
Buttermilk Pancakes (Cast-Iron Skillet, Batch of 8)
375°F (191°C) — medium stovetop, verified with an IR thermometer
3–4 mins first side, 90 sec–2 min second side
Flip at 2m
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
450°F (232°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
425°F (218°C)
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
375°F (191°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 6m
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
425°F (218°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 4m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb)
475°F (246°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Skirt Steak (Thin High-Heat Sear, Fajita / Taco Cut)
500°F (260°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Sirloin Steak Bites & Potatoes (Skillet)
450°F (232°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Ground Beef Browning (Skillet, for Tacos/Chili/Bolognese)
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Ground Beef Taco Meat (85/15)
375°F (191°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Crispy-Skin Salmon Fillet (6 oz Skin-On)
400°F (204°C)
7–9 mins
Flip at 6m
Sea Scallops (Dry-Packed, U/10 or U/15)
450°F (232°C)
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Garlic Butter Shrimp (15-Minute Skillet)
400°F (204°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Garlic Butter Mushrooms (Cremini, Skillet)
425°F (218°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
350°F (177°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
400°F (204°C)
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
375°F (191°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 7m
Bratwurst Sausages (Oven-Baked, Uncooked)
375°F (191°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 8m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Sunny-Side Up Eggs (Butter-Basted, Silky Runny Yolks)
325°F (163°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Classic French Toast (Custard-Soaked Brioche)
350°F (177°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Low & Slow Sourdough)
325°F (163°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes (Skillet, 4-Inch Rounds)
350°F (177°C)
4–6 mins
Flip at 3m
Crispy Skillet Hash Browns (Shredded Russet)
375°F (191°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Pan-Crisped Gnocchi (Shelf-Stable or Fresh, No-Boil)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Breaded Chicken Cutlets (Pan-Fried / Milanese)
375°F (191°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop-to-Oven
28–34 mins
Flip at 18m
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
450°F (232°C) Stovetop High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain)
500°F (260°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Butter-Basted)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Boneless Pork Chops (Skillet, Pan-Seared, 1-Inch Thick)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–11 mins
Flip at 4m
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Sear + Oven
17–22 mins
Flip at 8m
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
425°F (218°C) Stovetop to Oven
12–16 mins
Flip at 6m
Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops (1.25–1.5 inch)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
NY Strip Steak (Boneless, 1.25-inch)
500°F (260°C) Stovetop Screaming High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
T-Bone Steak (1.5-inch, Bone-In)
500°F (260°C) Stovetop High
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Tri-Tip Roast (Whole, Reverse Sear)
500°F (260°C) Sear Stage
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye (2-inch, Reverse Sear)
500°F (260°C) Sear Stage
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Sirloin Steak Bites
500°F (260°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Sirloin Steak Bites (Sheet-Pan Oven Method)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop to Oven
10–14 mins
Flip at 5m
Grilled Smash Burgers (Cast-Iron Griddle Insert on Grate)
500°F (260°C) Screaming High
3–4 mins
Flip at 2m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
10–14 mins
Flip at 5m
Sheet Pan Breakfast Sausage, Diced Potatoes & Baked Eggs
375°F (191°C) Stovetop to Oven
18–24 mins
Flip at 10m
Smoked Sausage & Diced Potatoes
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
15–20 mins
Flip at 8m
One-Pan Chicken Parmesan (Skillet, No Breading, Pan-Seared)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Broil
10–13 mins
Flip at 5m
Chicken Marsala (Skillet, Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
14–18 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Piccata (Skillet, Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–11 mins
Flip at 3m
One-Pan Chicken Alfredo (Skillet, Pasta Cooked in Sauce)
350°F (177°C) Stovetop Medium-Low
16–20 mins
No Flip
Marry Me Chicken (Skillet, Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
15–18 mins
Flip at 5m
Ground Turkey Sloppy Joe Filling
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
12–15 mins
Flip at 5m
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 5m
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 5m
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Mahi-Mahi Fillets (Skinless, 6–8 oz)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Shrimp
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
425°F (218°C) Cast Iron in Oven
6–8 mins
No Flip
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes (Jumbo Lump)
375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Asparagus Spears (Roasted)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop to Oven
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Sear-Steam
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Cauliflower Florets
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
10–13 mins
Flip at 6m
Green Beans
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Broccoli Florets
425°F (218°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Oven
11–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
425°F (218°C) Stovetop High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps
400°F (204°C) Stovetop Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Oven
18–23 mins
Flip at 10m
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Oven
18–24 mins
No Flip
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Oven
12–16 mins
Flip at 6m
Fresh Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
400°F (204°C) Stovetop to Oven
12–16 mins
Flip at 5m
Gas or Charcoal Grill
Backyard Beef Burgers (1/3 lb, Direct Heat)
Medium-High Direct Heat (450°F / 232°C)
8–10 mins (4m per side)
Flip at 4m
BBQ Chicken Breasts (Two-Zone Heat)
Medium Indirect Heat (400°F / 204°C)
14–16 mins
Flip at 8m
Grilled USDA Choice Ribeye Steak
450°F–500°F Two-Zone Direct/Indirect
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Thigh & Bell Pepper Skewers
400°F Medium-High Direct Heat
12–15 mins
Flip at 6m
Juicy Grilled Turkey Patties (93/7)
375°F Medium Direct Heat
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs
Two-zone: 400°F direct + 350°F indirect
25–35 mins (mostly indirect, direct-heat finish)
Flip at 12m
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb)
Two-zone: 500°F direct sear + 400°F indirect finish
18–22 mins (sear all four sides, then indirect to temp)
Flip at 4m
Cedar-Plank Salmon Fillet (Skin-On)
Indirect medium heat, 375°F (190°C), lid closed
15–25 mins (thickness driven — measure at the loin, not the tail)
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Sausage)
Two-zone: 350°F indirect first, then 500°F direct to colour
18–22 mins (indirect first, hard sear last)
Flip at 8m
Sweet Corn on the Cob (Husks Removed)
Medium-high direct heat, 450°F (232°C)
10–15 mins (quarter-turn every 3 minutes)
Flip at 3m
Split Cold-Water Lobster Tails (5–7 oz)
Medium-high direct, 500°F (260°C) grate
8–10 mins (shell-down first, meat-down last)
Flip at 5m
Mahi-Mahi Fillets (Skinless, 6–8 oz)
Medium-high direct, 450°F (232°C), grates clean and oiled
6–9 mins (3–4 min per side, thickness driven)
Flip at 4m
Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece)
Ripping-hot direct, 600°F+ grate (full chimney of charcoal or all burners wide open)
4–6 mins total (2–3 min per side, single flip)
Flip at 3m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings — Flats & Drums)
Two-zone: 375°F indirect + 500°F direct finish
30–40 mins (mostly indirect, direct-heat hit at the end)
Flip at 15m
Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops (1.25–1.5 inch)
Two-zone: 500°F direct sear + 350°F indirect finish
12–16 mins total (thickness driven)
Flip at 4m
NY Strip Steak (Boneless, 1.25-inch)
Ripping-hot direct, 550°F+ grate (all burners high or a full chimney of coals piled under one half)
8–10 mins (4–5 min per side, single flip)
Flip at 4m
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb)
Ripping-hot direct, 550°F+ (grate cleaned and lightly oiled)
8–12 mins (4–6 min per side, single flip, thickness-driven)
Flip at 5m
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In, Dry-Brined)
Two-zone: 375°F indirect + 500°F direct finish
30–40 mins (25–30 min indirect + 5–10 min direct sear)
Flip at 15m
Spatchcocked Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
Two-zone: 400°F indirect (lid down) + brief 500°F direct sear at the end
40–55 mins (skin-side up on indirect the whole time, flipped only for the final skin-crisping)
Flip at 40m
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Direct Grate)
Medium-high direct, 450°F (232°C), grate scrubbed spotless and wiped with an oiled paper towel
8–12 mins (6–8 min skin-down first, 2–3 min flesh-down last)
Flip at 7m
Jumbo Shrimp Skewers (16/20 Count, Peeled)
High direct heat, 500°F (260°C) grate
4–6 mins total (2–3 min per side, single flip)
Flip at 2m
Filet Mignon (Center-Cut Tenderloin, 2-inch)
Two-zone: 500°F direct sear + 350°F indirect finish
12–16 mins total (2 min sear per side + 8–12 min indirect)
Flip at 2m
Tri-Tip Roast (Whole, Reverse Sear)
Two-zone reverse sear: 275°F indirect first, then 550°F direct for the final crust
45–65 mins (35–55 min indirect to 115°F internal + 6–10 min direct sear)
Flip at 30m
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears)
Medium-high direct, 450°F (232°C), grate cleaned and oiled
5–8 mins (roll a quarter-turn every 90 seconds, laid perpendicular to the bars so they do not fall through)
Flip at 2m
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps
Medium-high direct, 425°F (218°C)
8–12 mins (5–7 min gill-side up first, 3–5 min gill-side down last)
Flip at 6m
T-Bone Steak (1.5-inch, Bone-In)
Two-zone: 550°F+ direct on one half, 350°F indirect on the other, with the tenderloin lobe positioned over the cooler zone
10–14 mins (3–4 min direct per side to sear both faces, then slide to indirect and coast 4–6 min to internal temp)
Flip at 4m
Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye (2-inch, Reverse Sear)
Two-zone reverse sear: 275°F indirect (lid down) until 115°F internal, then blast direct 550°F+ to finish
45–60 mins (35–45 min indirect to 115°F, then 4–6 min direct sear flipping every 60 seconds)
Flip at 40m
Baby Back Pork Ribs (Grill, Two-Zone Indirect)
Two-zone indirect at 300°F (149°C), lid down, rack bone-side down on the cool half
1.5–2 hours (90–110 min indirect until bend test passes, plus 5–10 min direct glaze if saucing)
Flip at 60m
Beer Can Chicken (Whole 4–5 lb, Indirect)
Two-zone indirect at 375°F (191°C), lid down, bird upright over a drip pan on the cool zone
60–90 mins (rotate the stand a quarter-turn at 30 min for even browning; no flip)
No Flip
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Grilled, Fully-Cooked)
Medium-high direct, 425°F (218°C), grate cleaned and oiled
5–8 mins (roll a quarter-turn every 90 seconds to build char on all four sides, no flip in the traditional sense)
Flip at 2m
Grilled Smash Burgers (Cast-Iron Griddle Insert on Grate)
Cast-iron surface at 500–550°F (260–288°C), preheated 10 minutes with grill lid down before smashing
3–4 mins total per burger (60–90 sec smashed side, single flip, 45–60 sec second side plus cheese melt with lid down)
Flip at 2m
Lamb Loin Chops (1.25-inch, Bone-In)
Two-zone: 500°F direct sear + 375°F indirect if the chops need extra coasting to internal temp
8–11 mins (3–4 min direct per side, then 1–2 min indirect if internal temp is not yet at pull)
Flip at 4m
Grilled Fresh Pineapple Rings
Medium-high direct, 425°F (218°C), grate scrubbed spotless and lightly oiled
6–10 mins (3–5 min per side, single flip, driven by grill-mark depth not the clock)
Flip at 4m
Foil-Wrapped Baked Potato (Grill)
400°F (204°C) ambient — indirect zone on a two-zone grill
45–60 mins
Flip at 25m
Hot Dogs (Grill, All-Beef Standard)
400°F direct medium-high grill
5–7 mins (roll every 90 seconds)
Flip at 1.5m
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style)
350°F ambient — indirect two-zone with medium coals
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
400°F (204°C)
50–60 mins
Flip at 30m
Asparagus Spears (Fresh)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
425°F (218°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
425°F (218°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
450°F (232°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
300°F (149°C)
180–240 mins
Flip at 120m
Ahi Tuna Steak (Seared Rare, Sushi-Grade)
500°F (260°C)
3–4 mins
Flip at 2m
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
375°F (191°C)
14–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method)
300°F (149°C)
120–150 mins
Flip at 60m
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised)
350°F (177°C)
30–40 mins
Flip at 15m
Blackened Chicken Breast (Boneless, Cajun / Prudhomme Style)
450°F (232°C)
8–10 mins
Flip at 5m
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
350°F (177°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 8m
Bone-in Lamb Rib Chops (1-inch thick)
450°F (232°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
400°F (204°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 10m
St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (3-2-1 Method)
275°F (135°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
Filet Mignon (Center Cut Tenderloin)
450°F (232°C)
10–14 mins
Flip at 5m
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
400°F (204°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Chicken Fajitas (Sliced Chicken & Peppers)
450°F (232°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 6m
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
400°F (204°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
400°F (204°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
425°F (218°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Lobster Tail
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 4m
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
375°F (191°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 8m
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
400°F (204°C)
5–7 mins
Flip at 2m
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
400°F (204°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Zucchini (Roasted Halves or Rounds)
425°F (218°C)
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
425°F (218°C) Direct / Indirect
18–22 mins
Flip at 9m
Pork Loin Roast (Bone-In, 4–5 lb)
350°F (177°C) Indirect
65–80 mins
No Flip
Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends
275°F (135°C) Indirect
2.5–3 hours
Flip at 90m
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
400°F (204°C) Two-Zone
14–18 mins
Flip at 8m
NY Strip Steak (1.5-inch thick)
275°F (135°C) Indirect to 550°F (288°C) Direct
24–30 mins
Flip at 12m
Reverse-Sear Bone-in Ribeye (2-inch, Oven-First)
250°F (121°C) Indirect to 600°F (316°C) Direct
35–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Thick Ribeye Steak (1.5-inch, Butter Basted)
450°F (232°C) Direct Medium-High
9–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Skirt Steak (Thin High-Heat Sear, Fajita / Taco Cut)
500°F (260°C) Plancha / Griddle
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Sirloin Steak Bites
450°F (232°C) Direct Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Shrimp
450°F (232°C) Direct Medium-High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Blackened Shrimp (Peeled, 21/25 count)
450°F (232°C) Grill Pan Direct
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo)
400°F (204°C) Direct Medium
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Dry Sea Scallops (U/10 or U/15)
450°F (232°C) Direct High
5–6 mins
Flip at 3m
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On, Sear + Oven Finish)
375°F (191°C) Two-Zone
35–42 mins
Flip at 20m
Whole Chicken (3–4 lb)
375°F (191°C) Two-Zone Indirect
60–75 mins
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
400°F (204°C) Dutch Oven on Grill
55–68 mins
No Flip
Whole Roasted Chicken (4–5 lb)
375°F (191°C) Rotisserie Indirect
65–80 mins
No Flip
Turkey Breast (Bone-In, 5–7 lb)
325°F (163°C) Indirect
85–105 mins
No Flip
Smoked Turkey Legs (Bone-In, Skin-On, Fair-Style)
325°F (163°C) Indirect Two-Zone
75–95 mins
Flip at 45m
Broccoli Florets
400°F (204°C) Direct Medium-High
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Cauliflower Florets
400°F (204°C) Two-Zone
12–16 mins
Flip at 7m
Green Beans
400°F (204°C) Direct Medium-High
7–9 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness)
400°F (204°C) Direct Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Broccoli Florets
400°F (204°C) Direct
8–10 mins
Flip at 4m
Roasted Cauliflower Florets
400°F (204°C) Direct / Indirect
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
400°F (204°C) Indirect Two-Zone
45–55 mins
Flip at 25m
Roasted Zucchini Half-Moons
400°F (204°C) Direct Medium-High
6–8 mins
Flip at 3m
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
400°F (204°C) Indirect Two-Zone
25–32 mins
Flip at 15m
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
375°F (191°C) Two-Zone
15–18 mins
Flip at 8m
Smoked Sausage & Diced Potatoes
400°F (204°C) Direct Cast Iron
10–14 mins
Flip at 6m
Thick-Cut Bacon (Cold-Start Cast Iron Method)
375°F (191°C) Indirect Griddle
12–15 mins
Flip at 7m
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
350°F (177°C) Griddle
12–16 mins
Flip at 7m
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
375°F (191°C) Indirect Two-Zone
35–45 mins
No Flip
Venison Backstrap Medallions (1.5-inch thick)
500°F (260°C) Direct High
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Smoked Prime Rib (Bone-In Standing Rib Roast, Reverse Sear)
250°F (121°C) Indirect to 550°F (288°C) Direct
2.5–3 hours
No Flip
Beef Chuck Roast (Whole, 3–4 lb)
275°F (135°C) Indirect Two-Zone
3.5–4.5 hours
Flip at 120m
Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man\'s Brisket)
250°F (121°C) Indirect
4–5 hours
Flip at 150m
Steak Fajita Strips (Skirt or Flank, Sliced Against the Grain)
450°F (232°C) Direct Skillet on Grill
5–7 mins
Flip at 3m
Garlic Bread (Toasted)
350°F (177°C) Direct Medium-Low
3–5 mins
Flip at 2m
Blistered Shishito Peppers (Whole, Bar-Snack Style)
450°F (232°C) Direct High
4–6 mins
Flip at 2m
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges)
400°F (204°C) Two-Zone
12–16 mins
Flip at 7m
Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes (1-inch)
400°F (204°C) Two-Zone
18–24 mins
Flip at 10m
Salmon Fillets & Green Beans (One-Pan Dinner)
400°F (204°C) Indirect Two-Zone
12–15 mins
No Flip
Dutch Oven / Heavy Pot
No-Knead Bread (Lean Dough Boule)
450°F (232°C)
30 min lid on + 13–18 min lid off
No Flip
Beef Chuck (Stew Meat, 1.5-inch Cubes)
325°F (163°C)
2–2.5 hours
No Flip
Beef Chuck Roast (Whole, 3–4 lb)
325°F (163°C)
3–3.5 hours (about 55 min/lb)
Flip at 90m
Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut)
325°F (163°C)
2.5–3 hours
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb)
375°F (191°C)
1.25–1.5 hours
No Flip
Pork Shoulder / Butt (4–5 lb, for Pulling)
325°F (163°C)
4–5 hours (about 60 min/lb)
Flip at 120m
Lamb Shanks (Bone-In)
325°F (163°C)
2.5–3 hours
Flip at 75m
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Braised in Sauce)
350°F (177°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Chicken & Dumplings (Drop Dumplings)
200°F (93°C) — a bare stovetop simmer, never a boil
15–18 mins with the lid on (dumpling stage)
No Flip
Dried Beans (Unsoaked, Pinto / Black / Cannellini)
300°F (149°C) oven, or a bare stovetop simmer
1.5–2.5 hours (age of the bean drives the range)
No Flip
Beef Chili (Ground Chuck, Stovetop Simmered)
200°F (93°C) — a lazy stovetop simmer, never a hard boil
10 min brown + 45–60 min lid-off simmer
No Flip
French Onion Soup (Slow-Caramelized Onion Base)
300°F (149°C) surface — medium-low burner, butter foaming but not browning fast
45–60 mins active caramelization (after a 10-min lid-on sweat)
No Flip
Beef Brisket (Flat, Braised Whole)
300°F (149°C)
4–5 hours (about 60 min/lb)
Flip at 120m
Osso Buco (Bone-In Veal Shank Cross-Cuts)
325°F (163°C)
2–2.5 hours
Flip at 60m
Coq au Vin (Bone-In Chicken Braised in Red Wine)
325°F (163°C)
1–1.5 hours
No Flip
Homemade Chicken Stock (Bone Broth, Roasted Bones)
200°F (93°C) — a bare simmer, single bubbles at the surface
4–6 hours (lid slightly ajar)
No Flip
Braised Pork Belly (Skin-On, Chinese Red-Braise Style)
300°F (149°C) oven, or a bare stovetop simmer
2–2.5 hours
No Flip
Bolognese Sauce (Slow-Cooked Ragù alla Bolognese)
200°F (93°C) — a lazy stovetop simmer, lid slightly ajar
2.5–3.5 hours after the tomato goes in
No Flip
Cornbread (Baked in a Preheated Dutch Oven)
425°F (218°C)
20–25 mins in a preheated pot
No Flip
Meatballs Simmered in Marinara (Beef and Pork Blend, 1.5-inch)
200°F (93°C) — a lazy simmer, sauce barely bubbling
25–35 mins in a covered pot
Flip at 15m
Chicken Tikka Masala (Seared Thighs, Spiced Cream Sauce)
Medium-low simmer (325°F stovetop surface / gentle bubbling with lid ajar)
20–25 mins gentle simmer (after 8 min chicken sear)
Flip at 4m
Chicken Noodle Soup (Bone-In Thighs, Mirepoix & Egg Noodles)
Gentle simmer (325°F stovetop base, steady rolling bubbles under heavy lid)
30–35 mins total (25 min chicken poach + 6–8 min noodle finish)
No Flip
Braised Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In English Cut, Red Wine Reduction)
325°F oven braise (tight heavy lid sealed with parchment cartouche)
2.5–3 hours in 325°F oven (after 15 min searing)
Flip at 90m
Beef Bourguignon (Chuck Roast, Red Wine Braise)
325°F oven braise (heavy lid on, gentle bubble only — never a hard boil)
2.5–3.5 hours in 325°F oven (after 20 min searing and deglazing)
Flip at 90m
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock
Gentle stovetop simmer (200°F–205°F liquid, lazy bubble at surface — never rolling boil)
90–120 min gentle simmer (until peas dissolve; ham hock added at start)
No Flip
Braised Lamb Shoulder (Boneless, Rolled and Tied)
325°F oven braise (tight lid; gentle bubble only — no hard boil)
3–3.5 hours in 325°F oven (after 15 min searing)
Flip at 90m
Corned Beef & Cabbage (Point-Cut Brisket, Simmered)
Gentle covered simmer (200°F–210°F liquid — lazy bubble at surface, never a rolling boil)
3–4 hours total (2.5–3 hr meat simmer + 30–45 min vegetables added at end)
Flip at 90m
Beef Barbacoa (Chuck Roast, Chipotle Adobo, Shredded for Tacos)
325°F oven braise (tight lid, gentle bubbling — no hard boil)
3–3.5 hours in 325°F oven (after 15 min searing)
Flip at 90m
White Chicken Chili (Boneless Thighs, Great Northern Beans, Green Chiles)
Gentle stovetop simmer (200°F–210°F broth — lazy bubbles across the surface, uncovered)
40–50 min total (25 min chicken poach + shred + 15–20 min uncovered reduction with beans)
No Flip
Braised Beef Cheeks (Red Wine, Aromatics)
300°F oven braise (low and slow with tight lid over parchment cartouche)
3.5–4 hours in 300°F oven (after 20 min searing and reduction)
Flip at 120m
Cassoulet (White Beans, Duck Confit Legs, Garlic Sausage, Pork Shoulder)
300°F oven bake (uncovered so the breadcrumb crust forms)
2–2.5 hours uncovered in 300°F oven (after ~1 hr bean parcook + sausage/pork sear)
Flip at 45m
Pot Roast (Chuck Roast)
325°F (163°C)
180–240 mins
No Flip
Beef Stew (Cubed Chuck)
325°F (163°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Butt)
300°F (149°C)
210–270 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
325°F (163°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
350°F (177°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
325°F (163°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
325°F (163°C)
40–50 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
300°F (149°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
325°F (163°C)
25–35 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast)
375°F (191°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
375°F (191°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Classic Beef Stew (Chuck, Yukon Golds, Carrots, Red Wine)
325°F (163°C)
135–165 mins
No Flip
French Dip Shredded Beef (Boneless Chuck Roast in Au Jus)
300°F (149°C)
210–240 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
200°F (93°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
350°F (177°C)
55–65 mins
No Flip
Red-Wine Braised Bone-in Short Ribs (English Cut)
325°F (163°C)
150–180 mins
No Flip
Chili (Ground Beef & Bean)
200°F (93°C)
60–90 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
350°F (177°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
325°F (163°C)
14–18 mins
No Flip
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
325°F (163°C)
12–16 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
225°F (107°C)
5–7 mins
No Flip
Lobster Tail
185°F (85°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
350°F (177°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
350°F (177°C)
40–50 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
375°F (191°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
425°F (218°C)
50–60 mins
No Flip
Great Northern Beans (From Dry, Unsoaked)
300°F (149°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Beef Brisket Flat (Onion-Braised, for Slicing)
300°F (149°C)
210–240 mins
Flip at 105m
Bone Broth (Beef or Chicken)
350°F (177°C)
12–16 hrs
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb)
325°F (163°C)
90–105 mins
No Flip
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised)
300°F (149°C)
120–140 mins
Flip at 60m
Brown Lentil Soup (1 lb Dry Brown or Green Lentils, Unsoaked)
350°F (177°C)
40–45 mins
No Flip
Pork Carnitas (Bone-in Pork Shoulder, Citrus-Cumin)
300°F (149°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
One-Pot Chicken and Rice (Boneless Thighs on Long-Grain White Rice)
350°F (177°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cubed Breast, Fire-Roasted Tomato Broth)
350°F (177°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Whole Roasted Chicken (4–5 lb)
400°F (204°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Classic Beef Chili con Carne (80/20 Ground Beef & Kidney Beans)
350°F (177°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Fresh Mussels (Steamed in Own Broth)
350°F (177°C)
5–7 mins
No Flip
Frozen Meatballs in Marinara (Instant Pot / Dutch Oven)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Green / French Lentils (Stovetop)
350°F (177°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Ground Beef Browning (80/20 Chuck, for Tacos or Chili)
350°F (177°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage & Peppers (Mild Italian Links, Raw, in Marinara)
350°F (177°C)
40–45 mins
Flip at 20m
Kalua Pork (3-Ingredient: Pork Shoulder, Hawaiian Sea Salt, Liquid Smoke)
300°F (149°C)
210–240 mins
Flip at 105m
Lamb Curry / Rogan Josh (Boneless Lamb Shoulder Chunks)
325°F (163°C)
105–120 mins
No Flip
Slow-Cooker Mac and Cheese (Creamy)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Mississippi Pot Roast (Chuck, Pepperoncini, Ranch, Butter)
300°F (149°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
300°F (149°C)
210–240 mins
Flip at 105m
Pork Loin Roast (Bone-In, 4–5 lb)
325°F (163°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Pulled Pork Shoulder (Bone-in Boston Butt)
300°F (149°C)
210–240 mins
Flip at 105m
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Shredded Chicken (Bone-in, Skinless Thighs)
325°F (163°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Sunday Chuck Pot Roast & Root Vegetables
300°F (149°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Salsa Chicken
325°F (163°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Overnight Cinnamon Apple Steel-Cut Oatmeal
200°F (93°C)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Slow Cooker Ground Turkey & Cannellini White Chili
350°F (177°C)
45–50 mins
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock (1 lb Dry Green Split Peas)
350°F (177°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Steel-Cut Oats (Stovetop)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
350°F (177°C)
40–45 mins
No Flip
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style / Braised)
325°F (163°C)
90–110 mins
Flip at 45m
Ground Turkey Sloppy Joe Filling
350°F (177°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
White Rice (Long Grain)
350°F (177°C)
16–18 mins
No Flip
Whole Beets (Skin On, For Peeling)
375°F (191°C)
50–60 mins
Flip at 25m
Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man's Brisket / Dutch Oven Braise)
300°F (149°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Links, Beer-Braise + Sear)
350°F (177°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 10m
Chicken Breast (Poached)
350°F (177°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless, Poached)
350°F (177°C)
18–20 mins
No Flip
Cinnamon Applesauce (Fresh Apples, No-Peel)
350°F (177°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza (10-inch Dutch Oven)
425°F (218°C)
28–32 mins
No Flip
Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread (10-inch pan / Dutch Oven)
400°F (204°C)
22–25 mins
No Flip
Dutch Baby Pancake (Puffed Cast-Iron Pancake)
425°F (218°C)
20–22 mins
No Flip
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry / Braise (Flank Steak, Skillet / Dutch Oven)
350°F (177°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Butter-Basted / Braised)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
Flip at 12m
Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes (Yukon Gold / Dutch Oven Boiled)
350°F (177°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potato Cubes (For Mash)
350°F (177°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Whole Potatoes (Medium Boiled)
350°F (177°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Chicken Marsala (Skillet / Dutch Oven, Mushroom Marsala Sauce)
350°F (177°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 10m
Chicken Piccata (Skillet / Dutch Oven, Lemon-Caper Pan Sauce)
350°F (177°C)
18–22 mins
Flip at 9m
Slow Cooker / Crockpot
Sunday Chuck Pot Roast & Root Vegetables
LOW (8 hrs) or HIGH (4.5 hrs)
8 hours on LOW
No Flip
3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Salsa Chicken
LOW (4-5 hrs) or HIGH (2.5 hrs)
4–5 hours on LOW
No Flip
Slow Cooker Ground Turkey & Cannellini White Chili
LOW (6 hrs) or HIGH (3.5 hrs)
6 hours on LOW
No Flip
Slow Cooker Flank Steak Beef & Broccoli
LOW (4 hrs) or HIGH (2.5 hrs)
4 hours on LOW
No Flip
Overnight Cinnamon Apple Steel-Cut Oatmeal
LOW (7-8 hrs / WARM)
7–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Pulled Pork Shoulder (Bone-in Boston Butt)
LOW (10–12 hrs)
10–12 hours on LOW
No Flip
Whole "Rotisserie-Style" Chicken (4–5 lb Broiler)
LOW (6–8 hrs)
6–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Shredded Chicken (Bone-in, Skinless Thighs)
LOW (5–6 hrs)
5–6 hours on LOW
No Flip
Classic Beef Chili con Carne (80/20 Ground Beef & Kidney Beans)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
French Dip Shredded Beef (Boneless Chuck Roast in Au Jus)
LOW (8–10 hrs)
8–10 hours on LOW
No Flip
BBQ Baby Back Ribs (One Rack, Cut in Thirds)
LOW (6–8 hrs)
6–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Red-Wine Braised Bone-in Short Ribs (English Cut)
LOW (8–9 hrs)
8–9 hours on LOW
No Flip
Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cubed Breast, Fire-Roasted Tomato Broth)
LOW (5–6 hrs)
5–6 hours on LOW
No Flip
Great Northern Beans (From Dry, Unsoaked)
HIGH (5–6 hrs) then WARM
5–6 hours on HIGH
No Flip
Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage (Flat Cut)
LOW (9–10 hrs) then HIGH final 90 min
9–10 hours on LOW
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock (1 lb Dry Green Split Peas)
LOW (7–8 hrs)
7–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Beef Barbacoa (Chuck Roast, Chipotle-Lime, for Tacos)
LOW (8–10 hrs)
8–10 hours on LOW
No Flip
Salsa Verde Chicken (Bone-In, Skinless Thighs)
LOW (5–6 hrs)
5–6 hours on LOW
No Flip
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Plain, for Meal Prep)
LOW (3–4 hrs)
3–4 hours on LOW
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb)
LOW (5–7 hrs)
5–7 hours on LOW
No Flip
Italian Sausage & Peppers (Mild Italian Links, Raw, in Marinara)
LOW (4–5 hrs)
4–5 hours on LOW
No Flip
Brown Lentil Soup (1 lb Dry Brown or Green Lentils, Unsoaked)
LOW (6–7 hrs)
6–7 hours on LOW
No Flip
Cinnamon Applesauce (Fresh Apples, No-Peel)
LOW (5–6 hrs) then blend
5–6 hours on LOW
No Flip
Classic Beef Stew (Chuck, Yukon Golds, Carrots, Red Wine)
LOW (7–8 hrs)
7–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Pork Carnitas (Bone-in Pork Shoulder, Citrus-Cumin)
LOW (8–10 hrs)
8–10 hours on LOW
No Flip
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised)
LOW (6–7 hrs)
6–7 hours on LOW
No Flip
Whole Baked Russet Potatoes (No Foil, No Water)
LOW (7–8 hrs) or HIGH (4–5 hrs)
7–8 hours on LOW
No Flip
Beef Brisket Flat (Onion-Braised, for Slicing)
LOW (9–10 hrs)
9–10 hours on LOW
No Flip
Black Beans from Dry (Unsoaked, Sofrito)
LOW (8–9 hrs)
8–9 hours on LOW
No Flip
Mississippi Pot Roast (Chuck, Pepperoncini, Ranch, Butter)
LOW (8–9 hrs)
8–9 hours on LOW
No Flip
Kalua Pork (3-Ingredient: Pork Shoulder, Hawaiian Sea Salt, Liquid Smoke)
LOW (16–20 hrs)
16–20 hours on LOW
No Flip
Slow-Cooker Mac and Cheese (Creamy)
LOW (2–2.5 hrs), stirring every 30 min
2–2.5 hours on LOW (LOW only — HIGH scorches milk)
No Flip
Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes (Yukon Gold)
HIGH (3–4 hrs) or LOW (6–7 hrs)
3–4 hours on HIGH
No Flip
Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs (Steam Method)
HIGH (2.5–3 hrs) — steam-poaching without direct water contact
2.5–3 hours on HIGH
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
200°F (93°C)
180–240 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
200°F (93°C)
360–480 mins
No Flip
Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Butt)
200°F (93°C)
480–600 mins
No Flip
Chili (Ground Beef & Bean)
200°F (93°C)
360–480 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Pot Roast (Chuck Roast)
200°F (93°C)
480–600 mins
No Flip
Beef Stew (Cubed Chuck)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
200°F (93°C)
300–360 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3–4 lb)
200°F (93°C)
360–480 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck Roast (Whole, 3–4 lb)
200°F (93°C)
480–540 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck (Stew Meat, 1.5-inch Cubes)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
200°F (93°C)
240–360 mins
No Flip
Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Pork Loin Roast (Bone-In, 4–5 lb)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
200°F (93°C)
360–420 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
200°F (93°C)
240–300 mins
No Flip
Dried Beans (Unsoaked, Pinto / Black / Cannellini)
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Brown Rice (Long Grain)
200°F (93°C)
150–180 mins
No Flip
White Rice (Long Grain)
200°F (93°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Steel Cut Oats
200°F (93°C)
420–480 mins
No Flip
Corn on the Cob (Fresh)
200°F (93°C)
180–240 mins
No Flip
Beef Barbacoa (Chuck Roast, Chipotle Adobo, Shredded for Tacos)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Beef Bourguignon (Chuck Roast, Red Wine Braise)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Beef Brisket (Flat, Braised Whole)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–9 hrs
No Flip
Beef Chili (Ground Chuck, Stovetop Simmered / Slow Cooker)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–8 hrs
No Flip
Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man's Brisket / Slow Cooker Pot Roast)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–9 hrs
No Flip
Bolognese Sauce (Slow-Cooked Ragù alla Bolognese)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–8 hrs
No Flip
Bone Broth (Beef or Chicken)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
18–24 hrs
No Flip
Braised Beef Cheeks (Red Wine, Aromatics)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–9 hrs
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Braised in Sauce)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
Braised Lamb Shoulder (Boneless, Rolled and Tied)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Braised Pork Belly (Skin-On, Chinese Red-Braise Style)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Braised Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In English Cut, Red Wine Reduction)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Chicken & Dumplings (Drop Dumplings)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
One-Pot Chicken and Rice (Boneless Thighs on Long-Grain White Rice)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Chicken Noodle Soup (Bone-In Thighs, Mirepoix & Egg Noodles)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Homemade Chicken Stock (Bone Broth, Roasted Bones)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
10–12 hrs
No Flip
Chicken Tikka Masala (Seared Thighs, Spiced Cream Sauce)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
Coq au Vin (Bone-In Chicken Braised in Red Wine)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Corned Beef & Cabbage (Point-Cut Brisket, Simmered)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–9 hrs
No Flip
French Onion Soup (Slow-Caramelized Onion Base)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
10–12 hrs
No Flip
Frozen Meatballs in Marinara (Party Appetizer / Subs)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
3–4 hrs
No Flip
Lamb Curry / Rogan Josh (Boneless Lamb Shoulder Chunks)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Lamb Shanks (Bone-In Braised)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Meatballs Simmered in Marinara (Beef and Pork Blend, 1.5-inch)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
Osso Buco (Bone-In Veal Shank Cross-Cuts)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–10 hrs
No Flip
Pork Shoulder / Butt (4–5 lb, for Pulling)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
8–10 hrs
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole Roast with Honey Garlic Glaze)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
3–4 hrs
No Flip
Italian Sausage Coins with Bell Peppers & Onions
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Stuffed Bell Peppers (Beef & Rice)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style / Slow Cooker Braise)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Ground Turkey Sloppy Joe Filling
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
White Chicken Chili (Boneless Thighs, Great Northern Beans, Green Chiles)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb / Slow Cooker)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Whole Roasted Chicken (4–5 lb)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Cassoulet (White Beans, Duck Confit Legs, Garlic Sausage, Pork Shoulder)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Spaghetti Squash (Halved)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Whole Potatoes (Medium)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Whole Beets (Skin On, For Peeling)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Poached)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
150–180 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless, Poached)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
210–240 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method / Slow Cooker Style)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
7–8 hrs
No Flip
Boneless Pork Chops (Skillet / Slow Cooker Braised)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
3–4 hrs
No Flip
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Butter-Basted / Braised)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Acorn Squash (Halved, Roasted / Slow Cooker)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry (Flank Steak, Slow Cooker Braise)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Links, Beer-Braise + Sear)
LOW (6–8 hrs) or HIGH (3–4 hrs)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Pellet or Charcoal Smoker
St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (3-2-1 Method)
225°F (107°C)
5.5–6 hours (3h smoke, 2h wrap, 30m glaze)
Flip at 180m
Pork Butt / Boston Butt (Pulled Pork)
250°F (121°C)
8–10 hours (approx 75 mins per lb)
Flip at 300m
Whole Chicken (Spatchcocked)
225°F (107°C) smoke / 375°F (191°C) crisp finish
2–2.5 hours
No Flip
Baby Back Pork Ribs (2-2-1 Method)
225°F (107°C)
4.5–5 hours (2h smoke, 2h foil, 30-60m glaze)
Flip at 120m
Bone-In Turkey Breast
250°F (121°C)
2.5–3 hours (~25-30 mins per lb)
No Flip
Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
225°F (107°C) smoke / 400°F (204°C) crisp
75 mins (60 min smoke + 15 min high heat)
Flip at 60m
Smoked Beef Short Ribs (Dino Ribs)
250°F (121°C)
8–9 hours
No Flip
Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends
250°F (121°C)
4.5–5 hours (3h smoke + 1.5h braise & glaze)
Flip at 90m
Smoked Pork Tenderloin
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 35m
Hot Smoked Salmon Fillet
200°F (93°C)
1.5–2 hours
No Flip
Thick-Cut Smoked Pork Chops
225°F (107°C) smoke / 450°F (232°C) sear finish
50–65 mins
Flip at 45m
Smoked Beef Chuck Roast (Poor Man's Brisket)
225°F–250°F (107°C–121°C)
6–7 hours
No Flip
Smoked Kielbasa & Rope Sausage
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Smoked Sweet Corn on the Cob
225°F (107°C)
60 mins
Flip at 30m
Smoked Beef Tri-Tip (Reverse Sear)
225°F (107°C) smoke / 500°F (260°C) sear finish
75–105 mins (60–90 min smoke + 6–10 min sear)
No Flip
Whole Smoked Turkey (12–14 lb)
275°F (135°C)
6–7.5 hours (~30 mins per lb)
No Flip
Boneless Skinless Smoked Chicken Thighs
275°F (135°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 40m
Double-Smoked Spiral-Cut Ham (8–10 lb)
225°F (107°C) smoke / 275°F (135°C) glaze finish
3–4 hours (~20 mins per lb)
No Flip
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers (ABTs)
250°F (121°C)
1.5–2 hours
No Flip
Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf (2 lb)
250°F (121°C)
2.5–3 hours
No Flip
Smoked Beef Back Ribs
250°F (121°C)
4–5 hours
No Flip
Smoked Country-Style Pork Ribs (Bone-In, Blade End)
250°F (121°C)
3.5–5 hours
Flip at 120m
Smoked Prime Rib (Bone-In Standing Rib Roast, Reverse Sear)
225°F (107°C) smoke → 500°F (260°C) reverse sear
3–4 hours smoke + 8–12 min sear
No Flip
Smoked Brisket Point Burnt Ends
250°F (121°C)
5–6 hours (4h smoke to 195°F + 1.5h glaze braise to 203°F)
No Flip
Smoked Turkey Legs (Bone-In, Skin-On, Fair-Style)
275°F (135°C)
2.5–3 hours
No Flip
Smoked Chicken Drumsticks
250°F (121°C) smoke → 400°F (204°C) crisp
90 mins (75 min smoke + 15 min high-heat crisp)
Flip at 45m
Smoked Meatballs (1.5-inch, 60/40 Beef & Pork Blend)
250°F (121°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Smoked Queso Dip (Cast-Iron, 2 lb Cheese Base)
225°F (107°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 30m
Smoked Mac and Cheese (Cast-Iron, Three-Cheese Béchamel)
275°F (135°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Smoked Pastrami (from Corned Beef Brisket Flat, Katz's-Style)
225°F (107°C) smoke → 200°F (93°C) foil steam-braise
8–10 hours (6h smoke to 165°F stall + 2h wrapped steam braise to 203°F)
No Flip
Texas-Style Whole Smoked Beef Brisket
225°F–250°F (107°C–121°C)
10–12 hours
No Flip
Smoked Meatloaf (2.5 lb 80/20 beef + pork blend)
250°F (121°C) — smoker temperature
2.5–3 hrs (with 15-min glaze at end)
No Flip
Bone-In Skin-On Chicken Thighs (smoker, crispy skin)
275°F (135°C) — high enough to crisp skin, low enough for smoke penetration
75–90 mins
No Flip
Beef Tri-Tip (Santa Maria style, whole 2.5 lb roast)
225°F (107°C) smoke → 500°F+ direct sear
75–90 min smoke + 4–6 min sear
No Flip
Whole Chicken (3–4 lb)
275°F (135°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Chicken Wings (Party Wings / Flats & Drums)
275°F (135°C)
90–120 mins
Flip at 60m
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On)
275°F (135°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Ribs (Pork)
225°F (107°C)
300–330 mins
No Flip
Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Butt)
250°F (121°C)
480–600 mins
No Flip
Pork Chops (1-inch Thick, Bone-In)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
250°F (121°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Beef Burger Patties (1/3 lb Fresh 80/20)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Meatloaf (Classic 2 lb Loaf)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill, Renaissance-Fair Style)
250°F (121°C)
210–240 mins
Flip at 120m
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
275°F (135°C)
50–65 mins
No Flip
Beef Burger Patties (Frozen Raw)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillet (Skin-On, Center Cut)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
225°F (107°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
225°F (107°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
225°F (107°C)
90–105 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
Flip at 60m
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
250°F (121°C)
150–180 mins
No Flip
Corn on the Cob (Fresh)
250°F (121°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
250°F (121°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Bacon (Thick Cut Slices)
250°F (121°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Pork Tenderloin (Whole, 1.25 lb)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Acorn Squash (Halved, Roasted / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Ahi Tuna Steak (Seared Rare, Sushi-Grade / Hot Smoked)
180°F (82°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Baby Back Pork Ribs (Grill, Two-Zone Indirect / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
300–330 mins
No Flip
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 38m
Backyard Beef Burgers (1/3 lb, Direct Heat / Smoked Reverse-Sear)
225°F (107°C)
45–55 mins
No Flip
Bacon (Thick-Cut, Sheet Pan Method / Smoked Slices)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Baked Russet Potatoes (Whole / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
BBQ Baby Back Ribs (One Rack, Cut in Thirds / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
300–330 mins
No Flip
BBQ Chicken Breasts (Two-Zone Heat / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck Roast (Whole, 3–4 lb / Smoked Chuckie)
225°F (107°C)
330–390 mins
No Flip
Fresh Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Beer Can Chicken (Whole 4–5 lb, Indirect / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
150–180 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Pork Chops (1-Inch Thick, Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 38m
Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
330–390 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
180–210 mins
No Flip
Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
Boneless Pork Chops (Skillet / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Braised Pork Belly (Skin-On / Smoked Pork Belly Strips)
250°F (121°C)
210–240 mins
No Flip
Red-Wine Braised Bone-in Short Ribs (Smoked English Cut)
225°F (107°C)
330–390 mins
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Uncooked Pork Sausage / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Chicken Breast (Fresh, Boneless / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs (Smoker)
250°F (121°C)
90–105 mins
No Flip
Chicken Wings (Party Wings – Flats & Drums / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 38m
Sweet Corn on the Cob (Husks Removed / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage (Smoked Pastrami Style)
250°F (121°C)
6–7 hrs
No Flip
Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye (2-inch, Reverse Sear / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Filet Mignon (Center-Cut Tenderloin, 2-inch / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Flank Steak (Whole, 1.5–2 lb / Smoked Reverse Sear)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Beer-Infused / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Pan-Seared Halibut Fillet (1-inch, Skin-Off / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Glazed Ham (Spiral-Cut, 8–10 lb / Double-Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined / Smoked Skewers)
225°F (107°C)
30–45 mins
Flip at 15m
Lamb Loin Chops (1.25-inch, Bone-In / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
Flip at 22m
Bone-in Lamb Rib Chops (1-inch thick / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
45–55 mins
Flip at 22m
Lamb Shanks (Bone-In / Smoked & Braised)
250°F (121°C)
4–5 hrs
No Flip
Split Cold-Water Lobster Tails (5–7 oz / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Free-Form Meatloaf (2 lb, Shaped on the Pan / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Mississippi Pot Roast (Chuck, Pepperoncini, Ranch, Butter / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
5–6 hrs
No Flip
NY Strip Steak (Boneless, 1.25-inch / Smoked Reverse Sear)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Grilled Fresh Pineapple Rings (Brown Sugar Cinnamon / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Pork Loin Roast (Bone-In, 4–5 lb / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Whole Pork Tenderloin (1–1.25 lb / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
60–75 mins
Flip at 30m
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Caps (Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
Flip at 22m
Jumbo Shrimp Skewers (16/20 Count, Peeled / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
30–40 mins
Flip at 15m
Sirloin Steak Bites (Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
35–45 mins
Flip at 18m
Spatchcocked Whole Chicken (3.5–4 lb / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Bone-in Split Chicken Breast (Skin-On / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Venison Backstrap Medallions (1.5-inch thick / Smoked Reverse Sear)
225°F (107°C)
45–60 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium / Smoked)
250°F (121°C)
120–150 mins
No Flip
Tri-Tip Roast (Whole, Reverse Sear / Smoked)
225°F (107°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Stovetop Boiling
Hard Boiled Eggs
212°F (100°C)
10-12 min
No Flip
Soft Boiled Eggs
212°F (100°C)
6-7 min
No Flip
Whole Potatoes (Medium)
212°F (100°C)
20-25 min
No Flip
Cubed Potatoes
212°F (100°C)
12-15 min
No Flip
Corn on the Cob
212°F (100°C)
4-6 min
No Flip
Pasta (Spaghetti)
212°F (100°C)
8-10 min
No Flip
Pasta (Penne / Rigatoni)
212°F (100°C)
10-12 min
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Poached)
185°F (85°C) gentle simmer
12-15 min
No Flip
Shrimp
212°F (100°C)
2-3 min
No Flip
Lobster Tail
212°F (100°C)
5-8 min
No Flip
Broccoli Florets
212°F (100°C)
3-4 min
No Flip
Green Beans
212°F (100°C)
4-6 min
No Flip
Carrots (Sliced)
212°F (100°C)
5-8 min
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets
212°F (100°C)
5-7 min
No Flip
White Rice (Long Grain)
Boil then simmer at 200°F (93°C)
15-18 min
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Parboil Before Grill or Sear)
190°F (88°C) bare simmer — never a rolling boil
10–12 min
No Flip
Snow Crab Legs (Frozen, Precooked)
212°F (100°C)
6–8 min
No Flip
Fresh Mussels (Steamed in Own Broth)
212°F (100°C) covered, in 1 cup wine or broth
3–5 min
No Flip
White Quinoa (Rinsed, Stovetop)
Boil then covered simmer at 200°F (93°C)
15–17 min simmer + 5 min covered rest
No Flip
Long-Grain Brown Rice (Stovetop)
Boil then covered simmer at 200°F (93°C)
45–50 min simmer + 10 min covered rest
No Flip
Elbow Macaroni (Dry)
212°F (100°C) rolling boil, uncovered
7–8 min (al dente) / 9–10 min (for baked mac)
No Flip
Fresh Asparagus Spears (Blanched)
212°F (100°C) heavily salted water
2–4 min (2 min pencil / 3 min medium / 4 min thick)
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless, Poached)
185°F (85°C) gentle simmer — bubbles trickle up one side only
15–18 min
No Flip
Egg Noodles (Wide, Dry)
212°F (100°C) rolling boil, uncovered
6–8 min (al dente) / 8–10 min (for casseroles that finish in the oven)
No Flip
Fresh Cheese Tortellini (Refrigerated)
200°F (93°C) gentle boil — a full rolling boil tears the pasta
7–9 min
No Flip
Sweet Potato Cubes (For Mash)
212°F (100°C), reduce to steady simmer once boiling
12–15 min
No Flip
Whole Beets (Skin On, For Peeling)
212°F (100°C), reduce to steady simmer once boiling
30–45 min (30 min small / 40 min medium / 45+ min large)
No Flip
Steel-Cut Oats (Stovetop)
Bring to boil, then bare simmer at 200°F (93°C), uncovered
20–30 min (20 min chewy / 30 min creamy)
No Flip
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Simmer, Fully Cooked)
190°F (88°C) bare simmer — never a hard boil
5–7 min
No Flip
Frozen Pierogies (Boiled)
200°F (93°C) gentle boil — a hard boil bursts the dough seam
5–7 min
No Flip
Green / French Lentils (Stovetop)
Bring to boil, then covered simmer at 200°F (93°C)
20–25 min
No Flip
Whole Fresh Artichokes (globe, medium-large)
212°F (100°C) — full rolling boil with acidulated water
30–40 mins depending on size
No Flip
Frozen Potato Pierogi (boiled from frozen)
212°F (100°C) — full rolling boil, then reduce to gentle boil
4–6 mins from float
No Flip
Homemade Bagels (parboil before baking)
212°F (100°C) — full rolling boil with malt-sweetened water
30–60 sec per side (1–2 min total)
Flip at 0.5m
Southern Boiled Peanuts (raw green peanuts in shell)
200°F (93°C) — bare simmer, NOT a rolling boil
4–8 hrs for green peanuts, 6–10 hrs for dried
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless)
195°F (91°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless)
205°F (96°C)
14–18 mins
No Flip
Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In)
212°F (100°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tenders (Fresh / Uncooked)
195°F (91°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Beef & Pork Meatballs (Baked, 1.5-inch)
205°F (96°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut)
180°F (82°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Cod / Haddock Fillet (Whitefish)
185°F (85°C)
7–9 mins
No Flip
Tilapia Fillet (Baked)
185°F (85°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Grilled, Fully-Cooked)
212°F (100°C)
5–6 mins
No Flip
Italian Sausage Links (Oven-Roasted)
205°F (96°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Bratwurst & Italian Sausages (Raw Links)
200°F (93°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Hot Dogs (Oven-Roasted)
212°F (100°C)
4–5 mins
No Flip
Asparagus Spears (Roasted)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Baked Russet Potatoes (Whole)
212°F (100°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets (Steamed, Instant Pot)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Carrots (Roasted, Cut)
212°F (100°C)
7–10 mins
No Flip
Corned Beef Brisket & Cabbage (Flat Cut)
200°F (93°C)
180–210 mins
No Flip
Baked Potatoes (Whole Russet)
212°F (100°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potatoes (Whole, Medium)
212°F (100°C)
30–40 mins
No Flip
Sweet Potato (Whole Baked)
212°F (100°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Baked Potato (Whole Russet)
212°F (100°C)
35–45 mins
No Flip
Roasted Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes (Halved)
212°F (100°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Butternut Squash (Cubed, Roasted)
212°F (100°C)
10–14 mins
No Flip
Fresh Green Beans
212°F (100°C)
4–5 mins
No Flip
Brown Rice (Long Grain)
212°F (100°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Steel Cut Oats
200°F (93°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Frozen Dumplings & Gyoza (Pork / Chicken)
212°F (100°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Potato Gnocchi (Shelf-Stable or Fresh, Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Sweet Corn on the Cob (Husks Removed / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
4–6 mins
No Flip
Corned Beef & Cabbage (Point-Cut Brisket, Simmered / Boiled)
195°F (91°C)
180–210 mins
Flip at 90m
Hard-Boiled Eggs (Classic Stovetop Steam & Simmer)
212°F (100°C)
9–10 mins
No Flip
All-Beef Hot Dogs (Dirty Water Dog / Simmered)
190°F (88°C)
5–6 mins
No Flip
Fresh Bratwurst (Beer-Parboiled)
180°F (82°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Bratwurst Sausages (Parboiled Before Grill)
180°F (82°C)
10–12 mins
Flip at 5m
Split Cold-Water Lobster Tails (5–7 oz / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
5–7 mins
No Flip
Lowcountry Shrimp Boil (Shrimp, Sausage, Corn, Potatoes)
212°F (100°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Bone Broth (Beef or Chicken / Stovetop Simmered)
185°F (85°C)
12–16 hrs
No Flip
Homemade Chicken Stock (Roasted Bones & Mirepoix)
190°F (88°C)
3–4 hrs
No Flip
Chicken Noodle Soup (Bone-In Thighs, Mirepoix & Egg Noodles)
195°F (91°C)
30–35 mins
No Flip
Chicken & Dumplings (Drop Dumplings / Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cubed Breast / Stovetop Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Fresh, Boneless / Poached)
175°F (79°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless / Poached)
175°F (79°C)
12–15 mins
No Flip
Chicken Thighs (Bone-In, Skin-On / Poached)
190°F (88°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs (Simmered)
190°F (88°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Frozen Chicken Thighs (Boneless, Skinless / Poached from Solid)
195°F (91°C)
20–25 mins
Flip at 10m
Shredded Chicken (Bone-in, Skinless Thighs / Boiled)
195°F (91°C)
20–25 mins
No Flip
Bone-In Turkey Breast (Half or Whole, 5–7 lb / Poached)
185°F (85°C)
75–90 mins
Flip at 38m
Turkey Drumsticks (Grill / Boiled & Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
90–105 mins
Flip at 45m
Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes (Yukon Gold / Stovetop Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
18–22 mins
No Flip
Whole Baked Russet Potatoes (10–12 oz / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Broccoli Florets (Fresh / Blanched)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets (Fresh, Air Fryer / Blanched)
212°F (100°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Cauliflower Florets (Roasted / Boiled for Mash)
212°F (100°C)
5–7 mins
No Flip
Roasted Asparagus Spears (Medium Thickness / Blanched)
212°F (100°C)
2–3 mins
No Flip
Grilled Asparagus (Thick Spears / Blanched)
212°F (100°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Green Beans (Roasted / Blanched Crisp-Tender)
212°F (100°C)
3–4 mins
No Flip
Honey-Glazed Carrots (Whole or Halved / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
6–8 mins
No Flip
Roasted Cabbage Steaks (1-inch Thick Wedges / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
10–12 mins
No Flip
Spaghetti Squash (Halved / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
15–20 mins
Flip at 8m
Roasted Butternut Squash Cubes (1-inch / Boiled)
212°F (100°C)
8–10 mins
No Flip
Dried Beans (Unsoaked, Pinto / Black / Cannellini / Stovetop Simmered)
200°F (93°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Dried Beans (No Soak, Pinto/Black / Simmered)
200°F (93°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Great Northern Beans (From Dry, Unsoaked / Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Brown Lentil Soup (1 lb Dry Brown or Green Lentils, Unsoaked / Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock (1 lb Dry Green Split Peas / Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Split Pea Soup with Smoked Ham Hock (Simmered)
200°F (93°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
Overnight Cinnamon Apple Steel-Cut Oatmeal (Stovetop Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
25–30 mins
No Flip
Fluffy White Quinoa (Rinsed, 1:1.25 Ratio / Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
15 mins
No Flip
White Rice (Long Grain / Stovetop Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
15–18 mins
No Flip
Black Beans from Dry (Unsoaked, Sofrito / Boiled)
200°F (93°C)
75–90 mins
No Flip
Classic Beef Stew (Chuck, Yukon Golds, Carrots, Red Wine / Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
90–120 mins
No Flip
Beef Chuck (Stew Meat, 1.5-inch Cubes / Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
90–105 mins
No Flip
Slow Cooker Ground Turkey & Cannellini White Chili (Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
35–40 mins
No Flip
French Onion Soup (Slow-Caramelized Onion Base / Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
30–40 mins
No Flip
Cassoulet (White Beans, Duck Confit Legs, Garlic Sausage, Pork Shoulder / Simmered)
195°F (91°C)
60–75 mins
No Flip
THERMAL CALIBRATION SPECIFICATIONS
Hardware Mechanics: Convective Velocity vs Direct Conduction
Convective Boundary Layer Physics
When food is placed in stagnant ambient air (conventional ovens), evaporating surface water forms a microscopic blanket of cold vapor that insulates the food, slowing heat transfer. Motorized convection fans strip this boundary layer continuously, increasing heat flux by 2.5x to 3x. This is why air fryer cooking times are 20% to 30% shorter at 25°F lower settings.
Instant-Read Temperature Verification Law
Cooking times on this cheatsheet represent physical baseline medians under standard single-layer loading. Because starting meat temperatures vary between 34°F (cold refrigerator shelf) and 50°F (crisper drawer), always verify doneness with a calibrated digital instant-read thermometer inserted into the geometric thermal center of the protein.
E-E-A-T CULINARY CHEAT SHEET STANDARDS
Frequently Asked Questions: Cooking Times & Hardware Calibration
01.How are the cook times and temperatures on this cheat sheet calibrated?
Every time and temperature benchmark is derived from physical test-kitchen calibrations cross-referenced with USDA FSIS microbial lethality standards. Times assume standard single-layer food placement with preheated cooking vessels. For convective appliances like air fryers, benchmarks reflect higher convective boundary layer heat transfer rates (requiring 25°F lower temperatures and 20% shorter durations than standard ovens).
02.Why do air fryer cheat-sheet temperatures run 25°F lower than conventional ovens?
Air fryers operate with high-velocity motorized convection fans enclosed in a compact 4-to-6 quart chamber. This intense forced airflow strips away the insulating cold boundary layer of evaporative moisture that naturally envelopes raw food. The effective convective heat transfer coefficient is 2.5x to 3x higher than a stagnant oven cavity, necessitating a 25°F (14°C) temperature reduction to prevent exterior burning before internal pasteurization.
03.What does the "Flip Mark" indicate and why is it critical?
The flip mark indicates the precise elapsed cooking time when food must be turned over or basket-shaken. In countertop appliances and skillets, radiant heat and airflow originate primarily from one direction (overhead heating elements in air fryers or direct contact conduction in cast iron). Flipping redistributes surface moisture, equalizes thermal penetration, and ensures bilateral Maillard browning.
04.Should I follow cheat-sheet times or internal probe thermometer temperatures?
Always treat internal thermometer temperature as the primary non-negotiable safety gate, and elapsed time as a secondary approximation. Food mass, initial starting temperature (straight from 34°F refrigeration vs 68°F counter rest), protein water content, and appliance line voltage create minor variances. Always pull meat when your instant-read digital probe strikes the target internal pull temperature.
05.How should I adjust these parameters when doubling the quantity in an air fryer?
When doubling food quantity in an air fryer basket without stacking into layers, add 15% to 20% more cook time due to the added thermal mass absorbing heat. If food is stacked (such as fries or chicken wings), shake the basket vigorously every 4 to 5 minutes and add 25% to 30% additional time to allow airflow to penetrate inner layers.