Best 6 Easiest Turkey Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of turkey loaf, a versatile dish that combines ground turkey, aromatic herbs, and a medley of vegetables. This flavorful dish is a healthier alternative to traditional meatloaf, packed with lean protein and a symphony of textures. From classic turkey loaf to unique variations like cranberry-apple turkey loaf and cheesy turkey loaf, our collection of recipes caters to every palate. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we explore the diverse flavors of turkey loaf, a dish that promises to be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small onions, 1 finely chopped and 1 cut into half-moon slices
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 1/2 pounds dark meat ground turkey
3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons seasoned breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat until hot but not smoking. Add the chopped onion and saute until softened and brown, about 6 minutes. Add the parsley and cook for another minute. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey with the breadcrumbs, egg, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, cooked onion mixture, salt and pepper. Mix until fully combined. Form into a loaf and transfer to a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. Using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon, brush the remaining 3 tablespoons of ketchup over the loaf.
  • Evenly scatter the sliced onions over the loaf, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until the meatloaf is cooked through, 55 to 60 minutes.

THE BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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A slightly lighter version of the all-American classic, this satisfying meatloaf uses chicken broth and soaked panko to stay moist, and a mix of fresh herbs for flavor. It's the best turkey meatloaf you'll find!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 pounds ground turkey
2 large eggs
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, thyme, sage, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are softened, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring to incorporate. Stir in the Worcestershire. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  • Add the panko to a large mixing bowl and pour over the chicken broth so the breadcrumbs soak up the liquid. Add the turkey, eggs, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the cooled onion mixture and mix well with your hands until well combined. Form the mixture into a 10-by-5-inch loaf on the foil-lined baking sheet. Coat the top and sides with the ketchup.
  • Put the meatloaf in the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake until a thermometer inserted in the center of the loaf reads 165 degrees F, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

BEST TURKEY MEATLOAF



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After much trial and error trying to make a more healthy meatloaf, I came up with this recipe. It is important to make this on a baking sheet so the liquids can be drained off the meatloaf. Also, do not put the topping on before the meatloaf has cooked for 30 minutes. Turkey creates a lot of juices, so if you put the topping on first it will become watery and runny.

Provided by isabella104

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
¾ cup crushed buttery round crackers
½ cup milk
1 small onion, chopped
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ground turkey, buttery round cracker crumbs, milk, onion, egg, salt, garlic, and black pepper in a bowl; shape into a loaf and place on the prepared jelly roll pan.
  • Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; set aside.
  • Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 30 minutes; remove from oven and drain liquids. Top meatloaf with ketchup topping. Return loaf to oven and continue baking until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 880.8 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

TURKEY LOAF



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Easy, tasty and even great when reheated.

Provided by AMANDA FAIR

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 onion, chopped
1 ½ cups bread crumbs, or as needed
2 teaspoons salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the turkey, egg, onion, and bread crumbs. Adjust the amount of bread crumbs as needed to make a stiff mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a 9x5 inch loaf pan, and sprinkle with poultry seasoning.
  • Bake 1 1/2 hour in the preheated oven, or until meat is cooked through and the internal temperature is at least 170 degrees F (70 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 805.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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I first made this recipe when my husband and I had to start watching our diet. Since then, I've been asked to make my turkey meat loaf many times. -Ruby Rath, New Haven, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground turkey
TOPPING:
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first 8 ingredients. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly., Transfer to a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Mix topping ingredients; spread over loaf. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 60-65 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S BEST EVER TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This recipe was modified from one I found in a cookbook published by "The Turkey Store". My family, and everyone I have ever served it too love it and can't believe that it is low fat, low cholesterol. And recently I started substituting oatmeal for bread crumbs since my husband's doctor put him on an even stricter diet than before. It is easy, there is no need to sauté the onions, bell pepper and garlic before mixing with the rest of the ingredients. It is also moist and very tasty. I usually serve with baked sweet potatoes and fresh green beans. It makes GREAT sandwiches the next day.

Provided by Simply Chris

Categories     Oven

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground turkey breast
1/2 cup fat free egg substitute or 2 eggs
1/4 cup bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic or 6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, divided
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup tomato sauce
3/4 cup rolled oats, not instant oatmeal
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Spray 9 x 5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine all ingredients except tomato sauce and 1 tbsp Worcestershire in large bowl and mix well.
  • Add more egg if too dry, or add more oatmeal crumbs if too wet.
  • Press turkey mixture into pan.
  • Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.
  • Mix tomato sauce and remaining 1 tablespoon Worcestershire together in small bowl.
  • Remove meatloaf from oven and pour tomato sauce mixture over meatloaf.
  • Return to oven for an additional 15- 20 minutes.
  • If using 99% Fat Free ground turkey breast meat, there is no need to drain fat before pouring tomato sauce on and returning to oven.
  • If you use the regular ground turkey, which is about 7% fat you might want to drain the fat off before pouring the tomato sauce on the loaf.

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs and spices to add flavor to your turkey loaf. Some good options include thyme, sage, rosemary, and garlic.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
  • Don't overmix the turkey mixture. Overmixing can make the loaf tough.
  • Bake the turkey loaf in a loaf pan that is just big enough to hold the mixture. If the pan is too big, the loaf will be too thin and dry.
  • Let the turkey loaf cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the loaf to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Turkey loaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, turkey loaf is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

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