Crockpot Turkey Meatloaf

Crockpot Turkey Meatloaf

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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!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds 90% lean ground turkey (, you could also use half beef too)
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tablespoons milk (, or beef broth (more as needed))
  • 1 large egg (, whisked)
  • 1 egg white
  • 2-3 Tablespoons fresh parsley (, or 2 teaspoons dried parsley)
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/3 cup ketchup or BBQ sauce (, I like to mix half and half)
  • 2 Tablespoons light brown sugar

Directions

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the center reaches 165°F.

  4. 4

    Remove any extra liquid or fat from the crockpot with a turkey baster.

  5. 5

    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.

  6. 6

    Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Then slice into 8-10 slices.