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A close-up shot of an easy turkey meatloaf muffin on a wooden board, topped with a shiny ketchup glaze and fresh parsley. More muffins are blurred in the background.

Easy Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

Hilary PARKER
The perfect solution for a fast, healthy, and kid-friendly weeknight dinner. These mini turkey meatloaves are incredibly moist, perfectly portioned, and bake in just 20 minutes, each with a delicious, tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 10 muffins
Calories 122 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf Mixture:

  • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey not extra lean
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup quick oats certified gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 3 tbsp ketchup

For the Glaze:

  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce check label for gluten-free if needed

Instructions
 

  • Prepare and Sauté: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin pan. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Mix the Meatloaf: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooled onion mixture, egg, quick oats, dried parsley, dried thyme, fine sea salt, and 3 tablespoons of ketchup. Using your hands, mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Form the Muffins: Using a ¼-cup measuring cup or ice cream scoop, portion the meatloaf mixture evenly among 10 of the prepared muffin cups. Press gently to smooth the tops.
  • Add the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons of ketchup and the 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. Spoon this mixture evenly over the top of each meatloaf muffin.
  • Bake & Serve: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the meatloaf muffins are cooked through (an instant-read thermometer should register 165°F) and the glaze is caramelized. Let rest in the pan for 2-3 minutes before loosening with a knife and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 251mgFiber: 1g
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