Description
A moist and flavorful turkey meatloaf packed with herbs, parmesan, and a tangy ketchup glaze, perfect for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 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 and Prepare Baking Sheet: 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 for 30 seconds more.
- Mix Bread Crumbs and Broth: In a large mixing bowl, stir together bread crumbs and low-sodium chicken broth.
- Combine Onion Mixture: Add the cooked onion and garlic mixture to the bread crumb mixture and stir. Transfer to the refrigerator and let cool completely for about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: To the cooled mixture, add parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbsp ketchup, dijon mustard, chopped parsley, dried thyme, egg, egg yolk, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend all ingredients.
- Incorporate Ground Turkey: Add ground turkey to the mixture and toss using your hands until well combined.
- Shape and Prepare Meatloaf: Shape mixture into a 9 by 4-inch loaf on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top with the remaining 1/2 Tbsp olive oil.
- Bake Initial Phase: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
- Glaze and Continue Baking: Remove meatloaf from oven and brush the top with the remaining 1/3 cup ketchup. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with additional parsley (about 1/2 Tbsp), then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can also use panko bread crumbs. Use 3/4 cup plus 3 Tbsp since they are lighter and absorb less moisture.
- Check the meatloaf temperature in several areas to ensure even doneness. The center should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Letting the loaf rest before slicing helps retain juices and keeps the meatloaf moist.
- Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken if preferred for a similar texture and flavor.
- If you want a saltier flavor, feel free to adjust the salt amount slightly when seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
