How to Make Italian Turkey Meatloaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian turkey meatloaf is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef meatloaf. This recipe combines lean ground turkey with classic Italian flavors to create a flavorful and moist dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. With the addition of Italian seasonings, Parmesan cheese, and marinara sauce, this meatloaf is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup Italian-style bread crumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (14 ounce) jar marinara sauce, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 pound meatloaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine turkey, bread crumbs, eggs, onion, Parmesan cheese, and pepper in a large bowl. Fold in 1 cup marinara sauce.
  • Pat turkey mixture firmly into a 8x4-inch loaf pan using wet hands. Pour remaining marinara sauce on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatloaf is no longer pink in the center, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let stand 20 minutes before cutting.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 183mg
    • Sodium: 775mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 163mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 641mg