Easy Turkey Meatloaf

Many of us remember the classic meatloaf (like our parents or grandparents made) with rich ground beef but have you tried it with ground turkey yet?

Meatloaf is one of those things I actually hated as a kid but now I crave it! My mom made it enough that I can't help but love it now.

This version is a healthier alternative to the traditional fatty ground beef option yet it's still completely comforting, perfectly hearty and super satisfying.

Plus it's a breeze to prepare. Nothing complicated - just soaking bread crumbs, sautéing veggies, then mixing everything together and shaping into a freeform loaf.

From there, the oven does the rest while that inviting homestyle dinner scent fills the house and gets everyone excited for what will await at the table!

It's an incredibly tasty recipe inspired by my popular beef and pork based meatballs.

Easy Ground Turkey Meatballs

These are a tender, even juicy meatball that's brimming with flavor. And they are very easy to make and only take about 15 minutes to bake.

Since they are made of leaner ground turkey they are a healthier alternative to the fattier ground beef or pork based meatballs, yet they are still incredibly delicious!

Perfect for those days when you're craving a comforting and cozy Italian meal!

To keep that healthier options going you can serve atop baked spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles for a tempting meal you can feel great about eating.

Best Turkey Burger Recipe

Oh and did I mention there's no grill required here? This means no waiting for the grill to preheat, and you can make these 365 days a year even on those cold winter days.

These delicious turkey burgers turn out juicy and flavorful every time! Nothing complicated, just a straightforward method and a good sear and you've got a dinner or lunch everyone will enjoy.

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Of course, they're the perfect thing to make for summer parties but it's also a great turkey burger recipe for busy weeknights with minimal prep and short cook time.

I serve them two ways, either in buns with toppings or protein style with just lettuce leaves, mashed avocado, and other toppings. They're good enough though you could even just serve them plain.

If you've never tried a turkey burger or if you normally opt for the pre-formed turkey burger patties I highly recommend trying these, you won't be disappointed!

Here's yet another one-pan dinner you are simply going to love! This is the third sheet pan dinner I've posted in a row, I'm becoming slightly obsessed. If you can, why not just bake it all together in one pan and save yourself one fewer dish to clean?

Sheet Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders and Veggies

This chicken is packed with flavor and it goes perfectly with the roasted green beans and fresh tomatoes. It's simple enough for a weeknight meal yet elegant enough to serve to friends over the weekend. Plus it's a meal the whole family can agree on. Even the kids will love it!

My all time favorite dressing is Old Spaghetti Factory's Creamy Pesto Salad dressing. I've made my own copycat version so I can enjoy it at home all the time. It is definitely a family favorite. Not only do I dress my salad with it but I use it the same way you'd use ranch, for example, to dip fries or pizza in or to drizzle over baked potatoes.

Crispy Pesto Parmesan Chicken

When I serve it alongside a breaded chicken I always end up dipping my chicken in it too. That is why I decided just to create a recipe that incorporated it right in from the start rather than just dipping it. This is similar to a baked ranch chicken only with a Pesto salad dressing and some Parmesan instead of ranch dressing. Technically it should probably be called Crispy Pesto Dressing Parmesan Chicken (because it doesn't use pesto, but rather pesto dressing) but that's far to long so I went with the shorter version.

This chicken is so flavorful and delicious! I love the flavor of basil and it works wonders to this chicken. And that perfectly golden, crispy bread crumb coating that you get to sink your teeth into is incredible. Spaghetti Factory should consider adding it to their menu. I love this as it is but I think sometime in the future I may even try it with a little bit of lemon zest.

I recommend serving this with a fresh caprese salad, lightly sauced pasta or buttered noodles, or a tangy vegetable side dish. It will become a family favorite!

Enjoy!