Quick-start cooking presets for common foods plus a custom timer.
Free Online Cooking Timer
A kitchen timer that lives in your browser — no app download, no sign-up. Choose from common food presets or set a custom time. The alert sounds even if you switch to another tab, so you can keep browsing while your food cooks.
Common Cooking Times
Pasta: 8–12 minutes depending on shape — check the packet. White rice: 18 minutes simmering after boiling. Brown rice: 40–45 minutes. Eggs (boiled): 3 min soft, 6 min medium, 10 min hard. Chicken breast: 25–30 minutes at 375°F. Broccoli (steamed): 5–7 minutes. Baked potato: 45–60 minutes at 400°F. Salmon: 12–15 minutes at 400°F.
Tips for Using a Kitchen Timer
Set the timer as soon as the food goes in — not when you remember. For roasts and larger cuts, use the timer as a guide only and always check internal temperature with a meat thermometer. For pasta and vegetables, start checking a minute or two before the timer ends since stovetop temperatures vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the timer alert me if I leave the kitchen?
Yes. The timer keeps running when you switch browser tabs, and the remaining time shows in your browser tab title. Enable browser notifications for a pop-up alert even when you are in another app.
How long do I cook pasta?
Most dried pasta takes 8–12 minutes in boiling salted water. Spaghetti and linguine usually take 9–10 minutes. Penne and rigatoni take 10–12 minutes. Always check the packet and taste a piece a minute before the timer ends.
How long does rice take to cook?
White rice takes about 18 minutes simmering on low heat after coming to a boil. Brown rice takes 40–45 minutes. Use a 2:1 ratio of water to rice and keep the lid on throughout cooking.