Cajun Turkey Meatloaf
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Cajun Turkey Meatloaf, a healthy yet hearty twist on the classic comfort food. Made with lean ground turkey and loaded with aromatic vegetables like onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, this recipe bursts with bold Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and earthy thyme for a robust, Southern-inspired kick. A tangy ketchup and Worcestershire glaze tops this juicy meatloaf, adding a sweet and savory finish that pairs perfectly with every tender slice. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a perfect make-ahead meal for busy nights or an impressive centerpiece for your next family dinner. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or roasted veggies to complete this wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with a thin coat of olive oil or cooking spray.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, eggs, panko breadcrumbs, milk, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Transfer the turkey mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it gently to create an even, compact loaf.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Spread this glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured with a meat thermometer.
Once done, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Slice and serve with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.4 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 7125 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.4 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 196.9 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1032 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
