Description
This Turkey Stuffing Meatloaf is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines lean ground turkey with savory stuffing mix and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a family dinner, it’s easy to prepare and baked to juicy perfection with a tangy ketchup glaze on top.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Topping
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the correct temperature for baking the meatloaf.
- Prepare Stuffing Mix: In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix and chicken broth. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes until the broth is fully absorbed to create a flavorful base.
- Combine Ingredients: Add ground turkey, egg, finely chopped onion, celery, salt, black pepper, dried sage, and garlic powder to the bowl with the stuffing mixture. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined, ensuring even seasoning throughout.
- Shape Meatloaf: Transfer the mixture to a greased loaf pan. Press it down evenly to shape the meatloaf and help it cook uniformly.
- Add Ketchup Topping: Spread the 1/4 cup of ketchup evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a flavorful glaze during baking.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring the turkey is safely cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or a dash of hot sauce to the meatloaf mixture.
- Ground chicken or lean ground beef can be used as alternatives to ground turkey.
- Add grated carrots or chopped bell peppers to increase vegetable content.
- Use gluten-free stuffing mix and verify other ingredients are gluten-free for a gluten-free version.
