Best 4 Tasty Turkey Meatloaf Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of this moist and savory turkey meatloaf, a delightful dish that combines ground turkey, an array of aromatic herbs and spices, and a tangy glaze. This leaner alternative to traditional beef meatloaf is packed with protein and showcases the versatility of ground turkey. Accompanying this main course are three tantalizing recipes: a classic mashed potato recipe that provides a creamy and comforting base, a vibrant and flavorful roasted vegetable medley that adds a pop of color and nutrition, and a rich and indulgent gravy that elevates the entire meal with its umami-packed goodness. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this complete and satisfying turkey meatloaf feast!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY AND STUFFING MEATLOAF RECIPE BY TASTY



Turkey And Stuffing Meatloaf Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, unseasoned stuffing mix, chicken stock, yellow onion, celery, carrot, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, McCormick® Rubbed Sage, ground turkey, large egg, jellied whole-berry cranberry sauce, ketchup, dijon mustard, kosher salt

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
1 ½ cups unseasoned stuffing mix
¾ cup chicken stock
1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
½ cup celery, finely diced
½ cup carrot, finely diced
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 ¼ teaspoons McCormick® Rubbed Sage, divided
1 ½ lb ground turkey
1 large egg, beaten
½ cup jellied whole-berry cranberry sauce
¼ cup ketchup
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch (22 x 12 cm) loaf pan with butter and line the pan with a piece of parchment paper, leaving overhang on the 2 long sides.
  • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and ½ teaspoon ground sage. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • While the vegetables cool, stir together the stuffing mix and chicken stock in a medium bowl.. Let sit for 15 minutes, until the stuffing mix is soggy and has absorbed all of the liquid.
  • Once the vegetables have cooled, add the soaked stuffing mix, ground turkey, remaining teaspoon salt, remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper, remaining ¾ teaspoon ground sage, and the egg. Mix until well combined. Transfer to the prepared loaf pan, pressing down to smooth the top.
  • Bake the turkey and stuffing loaf for 25 minutes.
  • While the meatloaf loaf bakes, make the glaze: In a medium bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, ketchup, and mustard.
  • Pour the glaze over the meatloaf, then return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature 165°F (75°C).
  • Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then use the parchment to carefully lift out the meatloaf and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 1-inch-thick slices and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 11 grams

MOZZARELLA-STUFFED TURKEY MEATLOAF RECIPE BY TASTY



Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, lean ground turkey, zucchini, yellow onion, garlic cloves, egg, dijon mustard, honey, Sauce, panko bread crumbs, salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, fresh parsley, mozzarella cheese, parsley

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 cup zucchini, shredded, squeezed gently of excess moisture with kitchen towels
1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
1 egg, whisked
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons Sauce
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 slices mozzarella cheese
parsley, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together the tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Set aside.
  • Make the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, zucchini, onion, garlic, egg, Dijon mustard, honey, 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and parsley. Mix well.
  • Add half of the meatloaf mixture to a greased loaf pan and flatten to form an even layer.
  • Layer the cheese over the meatloaf layer. Top with the rest of the meatloaf and smooth the top.
  • Top the meatloaf with half of the tomato sauce mixture, using a spoon or rubber spatula to spread evenly. Reserve the rest of the tomato sauce.
  • Bake the meatloaf for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reads 160˚F (70˚C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
  • When the meatloaf is cooked through, warm the reserved tomato sauce in the microwave or a skillet, then drizzle on top of the meatloaf.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides. (We used mashed sweet potatoes and asparagus.)
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 17 grams

TASTY TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH SAUCE



Tasty Turkey Meatloaf With Sauce image

After looking at many different turkey meatloaf recipes and not liking any one in particular, I decided to create my own! Add Dijon mustard to sauce for an added flavor.

Provided by Abigail Ranae

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup oats
½ onion, chopped
3 tablespoons pear applesauce
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
¼ cup brown sugar
½ cup barbeque sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®)
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix ground turkey, oats, 1/2 chopped onion, pear applesauce, 3 tablespoons chili powder, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; press into an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir 2 tablespoons onion until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir brown sugar, barbeque sauce, and 1 teaspoon chili powder into onion; cook over low heat until sauce is warm, about 5 minutes.
  • Bake meatloaf in the preheated oven, occasionally brushing sauce over the top, until cooked through, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 722.5 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

TASTY TURKEY MEATLOAF



Tasty Turkey Meatloaf image

A lighter version of your mom's meatloaf. Ground turkey is a gift from the food gods, cooked properly it is just as satisfying (if not more) as beef. The secret is to find ways to add moisture and flavor it with bold seasoning. The Worcestershire beefs it up well, too. Beef taste without the fat, it doesn't get much better! I also took a time-saving tip from Rachel Ray, which is to form the meatloaf into personal sized portions, which cuts the cook time from an hour to about 25 minutes.

Provided by Korkin

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 loaves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 egg
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Place the turkey in a large mixing bowl. Place a cheese grater over the bowl and grate the onion so that the onion juice gets into the meat. Fluff the turkey meat with a fork (this keeps the meat from getting too mushy), then add the bread crumbs.
  • Add remaining ingredients into a small separate bowl and mix them them together to create a sauce, this insures even ingredient distribution. Pour the sauce mixture over the meat and mix with either a fork or your hands gently until just combined. Even the meat mixture out in the bowl and use your fork or finger to divide it into four equal sections.
  • Scoop out each section and use hand to form an oval shaped mound, like a slightly flattened meat ball. Place each section on a foil-lined baking sheet (foil makes for easy clean up!).
  • Bake loaves on the middle rack at 375 degrees for 25 minutes, or until internal temperature is 165 degrees farenheit. Makes four servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.8, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 142.5, Sodium 478.5, Carbohydrate 35.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 27.6

Tips:

  • Choose flavorful ground turkey. Look for ground turkey that is made from dark meat or a blend of dark and white meat. This will give your meatloaf more flavor and moisture.
  • Don't overwork the meat mixture. Overworking the meat will make the meatloaf tough. Mix the ingredients together just until they are combined.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Adding vegetables to your meatloaf will add flavor, moisture, and nutrients. Some good choices include onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • Season the meatloaf well. Use a variety of herbs and spices to season your meatloaf. Some good choices include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan. This will help the meatloaf to hold its shape and cook evenly.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meatloaf, making it more moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Turkey meatloaf is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy ground turkey. It is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a delicious turkey meatloaf that your family and friends will love.

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