Description
A flavorful and moist turkey meatloaf made with ground turkey, sautéed onions and garlic, parmesan cheese, and a blend of herbs and condiments. Finished with a tangy ketchup glaze and baked to perfection for a comforting main course.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 1/4 cups finely chopped yellow onion (1 medium)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves)
- 3/4 cup bread crumbs homemade or store-bought
- 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (1.4 oz) finely shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/3 cup + 1 Tbsp ketchup, divided
- 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 lbs 93% lean ground turkey
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until slightly golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds longer, then remove from heat.
- Prepare breadcrumb mixture: In a large mixing bowl, stir together bread crumbs and low-sodium chicken broth. Add the cooked onion and garlic mixture to the bread crumb mixture and stir well. Transfer to the refrigerator to cool completely, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mix remaining ingredients: To the cooled breadcrumb mixture, add parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbsp ketchup, dijon mustard, chopped parsley, dried thyme, egg, egg yolk, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture to blend thoroughly.
- Add ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the mixture. Using your hands, toss and mix until well combined without overworking the meat.
- Shape and prepare for baking: Shape the mixture into a 9 by 4-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top of the loaf with the remaining 1/2 Tbsp olive oil.
- Bake initial time: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Apply ketchup glaze: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and brush the top with the remaining 1/3 cup ketchup.
- Continue baking: Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake until the center registers 165 degrees Fahrenheit, approximately 10 to 20 minutes more. Check the temperature in multiple areas of the loaf for accuracy.
- Rest and serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with additional parsley (about 1/2 Tbsp) for garnish. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute panko bread crumbs for regular bread crumbs by using 3/4 cup plus 3 Tbsp because panko is lighter and absorbs less moisture.
- Measuring the internal temperature in multiple spots of the loaf ensures even cooking and food safety.
- Letting the meatloaf rest after baking helps retain juices and makes slicing easier.
- If preferred, increase salt slightly to taste before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
