Best 7 Bbq Turkey Meatloaf With Turkey Bacon Recipes

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Are you looking for a unique and flavorful twist on traditional meatloaf? Look no further than BBQ turkey meatloaf with turkey bacon. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the smoky and tangy flavors of barbecue sauce with the lean and flavorful taste of turkey. With a crispy turkey bacon topping, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Made with simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. So, let's get started on this delicious and satisfying culinary adventure!

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BACON TOPPED PETITE TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH BBQ SAUCE



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These EASY Bacon Topped Petite Turkey Meatloaf with BBQ Sauce are so moist with the addition of grated zucchini to the meatloaf mix!

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup grated zucchini (all moisture squeezed dry with paper towel)
2 tbsp onion (minced)
2 tbsp diced red pepper
1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (you can use gluten-free crumbs too)
1/4 cup Kansas City BBQ Sauce
1 large egg
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp kosher salt
1.3 lb raw 93% lean ground turkey
5 slices center cut bacon (cut in half)
2 1/2 tbsp Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°. Lightly spray the petite loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, mix the zucchini, onion, red pepper, breadcrumbs, BBQ sauce, egg, paprika and salt. Add the turkey and combine until mixed through.
  • Create 5 equal loafs and place them into the loaf pan. Place the 2 bacon halves over each loaf and top each with 1/2 tbsp additional BBQ sauce.
  • Bake about 25 minutes or until cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 loaf, Calories 259 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 940 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7.5 g

BBQ TURKEY MEATLOAF



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 tablespoon Neelys' BBQ Seasoning, recipe follows
1 teaspoon crab boil seasoning, (recommended: Old Bay)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups Neelys BBQ Sauce, reserving 1/2 cup for the top, recipe follows
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped red onion
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 pounds lean ground turkey
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
1 1/2 cups paprika
3/4 cup sugar
3 3/4 tablespoons onion powder
2 cups ketchup
1 cup water
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
5 tablespoons light brown sugar
5 tablespoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, mix BBQ seasoning, crab boil seasoning, soy sauce, beaten egg, 1 cup of the BBQ sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
  • In a saute pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Add onion, bell pepper, salt and pepper and garlic. Saute until tender. Remove from heat and add to wet mix.
  • Pour mixture into bowl with the ground turkey. Add bread crumbs and mix all together with your hands.
  • Transfer the meat mixture to a cookie sheet or baking pan. Using your hands, shape the meat into an oblong or rectangular shape. *Cook's Note: Alternately, you can pat the meat into a 9 by 5-inch loaf pan and pour 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce on the top of the loaf.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove and add the reserved 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce to the top and continue to bake for 20 more minutes.
  • Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
  • In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.

BBQ TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH TURKEY BACON



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My family loves this meatloaf recipe; they beg me to make it. I needed to find a healthy recipe to serve my family because of high cholesterol and diabetes. It isn't dry, it's moist.

Provided by Carol Evon

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 7-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb ground turkey
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 egg
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (any flavor)
1 medium onion
3 slices turkey bacon (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (wash hands before touching the ingredients).
  • In a medium bowl combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, onion (chopped into small pieces) and barbecue sauce.
  • Mix well with hands.
  • Spray the inside of a loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  • Put mixture in loaf pan and mold it to form a loaf, then spread a light coating of barbecue sauce over the top of the meatloaf and lay the bacon strips on top and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Serve.

TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH BBQ GLAZE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 teaspoons olive oil
2 small onions, finely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 carrot, chopped
1 1/2 pounds ground dark meat turkey
3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup ketchup
1 large egg, whisked
Salt and freshly ground pepper
BBQ Glaze, recipe follows
6 slices bacon
One 14-ounce bottle ketchup
One 12-ounce bottle chili sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, add 2 teaspoons of the oil and heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and cook until softened and brown, about 10 minutes. Add the parsley and cook another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the mixture and set aside to cool. Add the remaining teaspoon of oil to the same skillet. Add the carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Place the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, ketchup, egg, the onion mixture, 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper in a food processor and pulse until fully combined. Transfer to a large bowl and add the carrots. Mix until combined. Form into a loaf and transfer to a casserole dish or baking sheet. Using a pastry brush, spread the BBQ Glaze over the top. Drape the bacon over the loaf in a crisscross pattern, tucking the ends underneath. Brush more glaze over the bacon layer. Bake until firm and cooked through, 55 to 60 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Stir together the ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, dry mustard and 1/3 cup water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and set aside.

BBQ TURKEY MEATLOAF



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If you are searching for a deliciously moist turkey meatloaf then look no longer. This BBQ meatloaf is lower in fat but higher in flavor than a traditional beef meatloaf. The leftovers won't last long!

Provided by Joyce

Categories     Turkey Meatloaf

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

vegetable oil cooking spray
2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 large green bell pepper, diced
1 large carrot, grated
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons ground mustard
2 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 ½ cups bread crumbs
8 ounces low-fat pepper Jack cheese, shredded
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup barbeque sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix together tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, carrot, garlic, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, poultry seasoning, and ground mustard in a bowl. Add ground turkey, bread crumbs, pepper Jack, and eggs; mix with your hands until well combined. Form into 2 meatloaves and place in the prepared baking pan. Top each loaf with barbecue sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 142.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 751.3 mg

TURKEY CHEESEBURGER MEATLOAF



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This is my variation of the classic cheeseburger meatloaf using ground turkey and turkey bacon in place of beef and pork. The key is the sauce....yummm.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
7 slices turkey bacon, or more to taste
1 pound extra lean ground turkey
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 egg
½ small onion, diced
1 slice French bread, crumbled
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, or more to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook turkey bacon until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Drain bacon on paper towels; crumble when cool.
  • Mix cooked bacon with ground turkey, Cheddar cheese, egg, onion, crumbled French bread, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper; turn the turkey meatloaf mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and form into a loaf shape in the middle of the dish.
  • Mix ketchup, yellow mustard, and brown sugar together in a bowl, stirring to dissolve brown sugar. Spread the mixture over the turkey loaf.
  • Bake the turkey loaf in the preheated oven until the juices run clear, loaf is no longer pink in the middle, and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the loaf reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees F), 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 107.3 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 548.9 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

BARBECUE TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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I have no trouble getting my girls to lend a hand with this turkey loaf. And topping it with my husband's favorite barbecue sauce always gets him to clean his plate! -Robyn Young, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1-1/3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 pounds extra-lean ground turkey
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
TOPPING:
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Combine the first 10 ingredients in a large bowl. Crumble ground turkey and sausage over mixture and mix well. Pat into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Combine the topping ingredients in a small bowl; spread over tops. , Cover and freeze one meat loaf for up to 3 months. Bake the remaining loaf, uncovered, at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 165°. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing., To use frozen meat loaf: Bake frozen meat loaf as directed, increasing time to 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ground turkey and ground pork. The pork will add richness and flavor to the dish.
  • Add plenty of seasonings to the meatloaf mixture. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the meatloaf mixture. This will add texture and nutrients to the dish.
  • Wrap the meatloaf in turkey bacon before baking. This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful.
  • Bake the meatloaf at a moderate temperature for about an hour, or until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the meatloaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, gravy, and vegetables.

Conclusion:

BBQ Turkey Meatloaf with Turkey Bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey, and it is a healthier alternative to traditional meatloaf. With its moist and flavorful texture, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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