Quick and easy Southwestern Turkey Meatloaf is a family friendly dinner!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: turkey meatloaf
Servings: 8people
Calories: 241kcal
Ingredients
2tablespoonsolive oil
1large Vidalia oniondiced
1red bell pepperdiced
1cupfrozen corn kernelsthawed
4garlic clovesminced
1jalapenominced
1/2cupcanned black beansdrained and rinsed
1teaspoonchili powder
2tablespoonchopped fresh cilantro
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1/2teaspoonfresh ground pepper
1large egg
1 1/4cuppanko bread crumbs
1poundground turkey
1cupenchilada sauce
3/4cupshredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over med-high heat and add the onions. Saute the onions until they begin to soften, add the bell pepper and continue cooking until the onions are translucent. Stir in the corn and continue cooking for approximately 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables begin to carmelize. Stir in the garlic, jalapeno and black beans and cook for 2 additional minutes. Add the chili powder and remove from the heat. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
In a large bowl, gently mix together the ground turkey, cilantro, salt, pepper, egg, panko and vegetable mixture using your hands or a pastry blender. Be careful not to compact the mixture too much or the meat will be tough. Form the meat mixture into a loaf in a large baking pan and top with half the enchilada sauce coating the entire surface. Sprinkle the top with the cheese and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the meatloaf is cooked through.
Allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Slice into 1/2 inch pieces and serve. Serve with the remaining enchilada sauce and top with sour cream or greek yogurt if desired.