This cheese-stuffed turkey meatloaf is a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food dish. Juicy ground turkey is mixed with herbs, spices, and breadcrumbs, then stuffed with gooey melted cheese. It's a crowd-pleasing dinner option that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the turkey mixture in half and pat one half into the bottom of a loaf pan.
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the turkey mixture in the loaf pan.
- Top with the remaining half of the turkey mixture and press down gently to seal the edges.
- Spread ketchup over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy your cheesy, flavorful turkey meatloaf!
Interesting Facts
Ground turkey is a lean protein option that is a great substitute for ground beef in recipes like meatloaf.
Cheese-stuffed meatloaf is a fun twist on a classic dish and adds an extra layer of flavor and texture.