This is an unbelievably tender and loaded with flavor Turkey Meatloaf with Mushrooms recipe. A lighter version of the classic beef meatloaf, this juicy and delicious meatloaf gets a boost in umami flavor from cremini mushrooms.
Ground turkey is so versatile. My personal chef clients love it. I use it in some of their favorite recipes like Thai Turkey Meatball Curry, Turkey Sloppy Joe Stuffed Potatoes, and this meaty and savory turkey meatloaf with mushrooms.
why I love turkey meatloaf with mushrooms
There is just something about a delicious homemade meatloaf. It's like a big warm hug of homemade goodness. Meatloaf is one of the #1 requests of my personal chef clients. And this turkey meatloaf with mushrooms is one my clients love when they are looking for a lightened up version of of traditional ground beef meatloaf.
Even if you aren't a mushroom fan, you will love this meatloaf. The finely chopped mushrooms (use a food processor to do the work for you) melt right into the meatloaf as it bakes. They add umami flavor or the essence of deliciousness to the turkey meatloaf.
the ingredients
Ground turkey can be a little bland. Each of the ingredients in this savory meatloaf adds to its deliciousness. One of the key ingredients, cremini mushrooms, adds the meaty and savory taste that deepens the flavor of the turkey meatloaf.
- cremini mushrooms ~ my first choice, but you can use white button mushrooms too.
- onion
- celery
- garlic
- ground turkey
- seasoned bread crumbs
- large egg
- ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- kosher salt
- pepper
suggestions and tips
Using these cooking tips can help ensure a delicious, flavorful, tender, and juicy turkey meatloaf every time.
- Finely chop the mushroom, onion, and celery. They add moisture to the meatloaf. A food processor makes quick work of this task.
- Skip the extra lean ground turkey for this recipe. Lean ground turkey (usually 93% lean) will add the needed fat for a tasty meatloaf.
- Add flavor and moisture to the turkey meatloaf by including egg, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Don't overmix the ingredients. This results in a dense and heavy meatloaf.
- Use a digital thermometer to cook the turkey meatloaf to 165 degrees F. Overcooking leads to a dry and tasteless meatloaf.
- Bake the meatloaf on a foil lined baking sheet and not in a loaf pan. The meatloaf will steam in the loaf pan and will not have the smoky caramelized edges that are so flavorful.
how to make an easy homemade gravy
Are you a gravy lover? It takes just a few minutes to make a rich and herby gravy for homemade meatloaf.
In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon flour and stir to combine. Cook for about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of chicken stock. Continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes or until the desired thickness. Stir in some chopped fresh parsley. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper.
If you are not a gravy fan, pour about ¼ cup of warm chicken stock over the sliced meatloaf to make it extra juicy and tasty. This will also keep any leftovers fresh testing after they are reheated.
what to serve with turkey meatloaf with mushrooms
Make the meal extra special with any of these side dish recipes.
- Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Mustard
- Roasted Harissa Cauliflower, Chickpeas and Spinach
- Easy Slow Cooker Ratatouille
- Apple and Bacon Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
- Easy and Delicious Cheddar Cheese Stuffed Potatoes
- Garlic Butter Mushrooms with Blue Cheese
If you make this delicious turkey meatloaf recipe, be sure to give it a rating and/or comment below. Take a photo and tag @amycaseycooks on Instagram. Thank you!
Recipe
Homestyle Turkey Meatloaf with Mushrooms
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
This is an unbelievably tender and loaded with flavor turkey meatloaf with mushrooms recipe. A lighter version of the classic beef meatloaf, this juicy and delicious meatloaf gets a boost in umami flavor from cremini mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped cremini mushrooms
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 and ⅓ pounds ground turkey, 93% lean
- ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Set aside.
- Put mushrooms, onion, celery, and garlic into the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse 5 to 10 times or until the vegetables are finely chopped. Place the vegetables into a large bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl with the vegetables.
- Gently mix the ingredients until just combined.
- Form the meat mixture into a loaf about 7 inches by 10 inches on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 45 to 50 minutes. The meatloaf should be golden brown and caramelized on the edges. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees F on a digital thermometer.
- Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let cool about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Finely chop the mushroom, onion, and celery. They add moisture to the meatloaf. A food processor makes quick work of this task.
- Skip the extra lean ground turkey for this recipe. Lean ground turkey (usually 93% lean) will add the needed fat for a tasty meatloaf.
- Add flavor and moisture to the turkey meatloaf by including egg, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Don't overmix the ingredients. This results in a dense and heavy meatloaf.
- Use a digital thermometer to cook the turkey meatloaf to 165 degrees F. Overcooking leads to a dry and tasteless meatloaf.
- Bake the meatloaf on a foil lined baking sheet and not in a loaf pan. The meatloaf will steam in the loaf pan and will not have the smoky caramelized edges that are so flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: entrée
- Method: bake in oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ⅕ of recipe
- Calories: 262
- Sugar: 6.8 g
- Sodium: 762 mg
- Fat: 9.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17.1 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 28.8 g
- Cholesterol: 108 mg
Sarah
I love using ground turkey and this meatloaf recipe was so moist and delicious. And the leftovers were great as sandwiches.
Amy Casey
Ground turkey makes for great meatloaves. I'm so glad you like my recipe Sarah.
KC21
What can be used in place of ketchup. We don't use ketchup.
Amy Casey
You can use tomato sauce in place of the ketchup. And I would add 1 more tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Amy Casey
The mushrooms add so much flavor to turkey meatloaves.