Crockpot turkey meatloaf is made with just 10 minutes of prep time and ready for you when you walk in the door. Don't let this delicious, no-fuss, comfort food classic fool you, it's perfect for serving guests too!
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 3 hourshours30 minutesminutes
Total Time: 3 hourshours40 minutesminutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Meatloaf Ingredients:
1.5pounds90% lean ground turkey, you could also use half beef too
⅓cuppanko breadcrumbs
2Tablespoonsmilk, or beef broth (more as needed)
1large egg, whisked
1egg white
2-3Tablespoonsfresh parsley, or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
⅓cupketchup or BBQ sauce, I like to mix half and half
2Tablespoonslight brown sugar
Instructions
Combine the meat, breadcrumbs, broth or milk, eggs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder in a large bowl. Mix just until combined. Don't over mix or the meat won't be as tender. Add an extra 1 to 3 Tablespoons of panko crumbs if the mixture seems too wet.
Line a slow cooker with parchment paper. This will help you when lifting the loaf out at the end. Place the meat in the slow cooker. Form the mixture into a loaf shape.
Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the center reaches 165°F.
Remove any extra liquid or fat from the crockpot with a turkey baster.
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup and/or BBQ sauce and brown sugar. Then pour over top of the meatloaf. Cook an additional 30 minutes in the slow cooker or move to a baking sheet (lift both side of the parchment paper) and broil for 1 to 2 minutes. Add pepper on top if desired.
Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Then slice into 8-10 slices.
Notes
Variations:
You may substitute fresh onion and garlic (1/2 cup onion, 4 garlic cloves minced), however make sure to sauté them with a little olive oil before adding to the meat.
If you prefer a little heat, add in a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat or a few dashes of chili sauce or sriracha to the meatloaf sauce.
If you want to make this gluten free, use gluten free bread crumbs or old fashioned oats.
Tip: Make sure to use good quality ground turkey for optimal flavor.