Keto Cheese Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf

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  • prep time

    prep time

    20 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    1 h 0 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    1 h 20 min

Keto Cheese Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf

26 ratings

Your taste buds change as you age! Many adults have come to not appreciate beef quite like they used to, but ground turkey makes a wonderful substitute that is flavorful, sits lighter in the stomach, and is healthier! This turkey meatloaf is stuffed with gooey cheese and topped with baked marinara sauce. Yum!

Jessica L.

  • Net Carbs

    3.2 g

  • Fiber

    0.6 g

  • Total Carbs

    3.8 g

  • Protein

    51.7 g

  • Fats

    39.7 g

580 cals

Keto Cheese Stuffed Turkey Meatloaf

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Ingredients

  • Ground Turkey

    Ground Turkey

    2 pound

  • Parmesan Cheese

    Parmesan Cheese

    ¾ cup, shredded

  • Salt

    Salt

    ¾ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper, Ground

    Black Pepper, Ground

    0.5 teaspoon

  • Garlic, Powder

    Garlic, Powder

    0.5 teaspoon

  • Onion Powder

    Onion Powder

    0.5 teaspoon

  • Paprika

    Paprika

    1 teaspoon

  • Mustard Powder

    Mustard Powder

    1 teaspoon

  • Parsley

    Parsley

    ¼ cup, chopped

  • Mozzarella Cheese

    Mozzarella Cheese

    1 cup, shredded

  • Marinara Sauce, Store Bought

    Marinara Sauce, Store Bought

    ⅓ cup

  • Mozzarella Cheese

    Mozzarella Cheese

    1 cup, shredded

Recipe Steps

steps 5

1 h 20 min

  • Step 1

    Preheat an oven to 375 degrees. In a bowl, combine the ground turkey with the shredded parm, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, mustard powder, and fresh chopped parsley (you can use dried if you don’t have fresh on hand, but fresh tastes better).
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Lightly spray a loaf pan or rectangular baking dish. Press half the ground tukey mix into the pan, creating a pocket in the middle. Load the pocket in the center of the loaf with the first amount of shredded mozzarella.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Press the second amount of ground turkey over the bottom half of the loaf, making sure to seal the edges so the cheese doesn’t squeeze out during baking. Spread the marina sauce over the top of the loaf, and sprinkle about 2 TB of additional mozzarella over the top.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Bake the meatloaf for about 60 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads at least 165 degrees fahrenheit.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Allow the meatloaf to cool for 5 minutes before slicing into 6 slices. Enjoy!
    Step 5

Comments 29

  • James Goodhew

    James Goodhew 2 months ago

    Tastes fantastic!! Super easy to make as well!! The spices are almost the same in marinara compared to what you mix into the Turkey - save some shopping and mix up the spices to start with the split it some for mince some for sauce.

    • Neednewknees

      Neednewknees 2 years ago

      This was surprisingly good! With no egg or type of flour - I thought it would be crumbly and dry - but it was very tasty!

      • Artist

        Artist 2 years ago

        Awesome

        • Bev

          Bev 3 years ago

          If I choose to omit the cheese, how do I adjust the macros to reflect correct calories & fat content

          • James Goodhew

            James Goodhew 2 months ago

            I used nooch in the mince instead of parmeggiano. And goat’s cheese cos it’s A2 and not inflammatory. I appreciate there’s loads of possible reasons for skipping the cheese but just for info for those looking, that’s what I did and it came out awesome.

          • UpbeatAvocado171203

            UpbeatAvocado171203 a year ago

            put mayo in meat mix. Its so much moister and yummy.

          • Artist

            Artist 2 years ago

            I use fat free, if that helps.

        • Mrian

          Mrian 3 years ago

          Added a little bacon fat

          • Luvlybrwneyez

            Luvlybrwneyez 4 years ago

            Is there a similar recipe without cheese?

            • SpectacularCauliflower408748

              SpectacularCauliflower408748 4 years ago

              My husband and I really enjoyed this recipe. I made one mistake in preparation, but it still worked. I'm blind, so accidentally took out a pound of turkey and a pound of pork, so it ended up being a mixture. Next time I'll be doing it as written, but the pork was still amazing with this!

              • Jcaplan

                Jcaplan 4 years ago

                How does one change ingredients to log recipe? Like from turkey to chicken?

                • Anonymous

                  Anonymous 4 years ago

                  Found it very dense and dry. I think I used to lean turkey. Crumbled it up the next day and mixed with Marinara Sauce and served over Spaghetti Squash. It was very good

                  • Llynch102

                    Llynch102 4 years ago

                    Swapped out Turkey for Chicken, but very delicious!

                    • garlicsandra

                      garlicsandra 4 years ago

                      Dear recipewriter Jessica: I'm about to make this turkey meatloaf. Do you think it would work to mix the cheese into the meat instead of having a pocket of cheese? I see some people had trouble with it running out. I'm amazed there's no eggs, but gues the cheese if the binder.

                      • Bren

                        Bren 5 years ago

                        Family did not care for this one at all... will stick with our pork and beef version.

                        • Tlevis

                          Tlevis 5 years ago

                          Tasty but I think I served it too soon. All the cheese poured out when I cut it. Next time I’ll let it sit for at least 30 mins before serving.

                          • Picabo0620

                            Picabo0620 5 years ago

                            This was really good although my cheese inside melted. But I would still make again.

                            • Pedersen65

                              Pedersen65 5 years ago

                              I found a new Barila marinara without sugar. Called Vero Gusto Heritage marinara. 1 net carb for 1/2 cup.

                              • H92allison

                                H92allison 5 years ago

                                What marinara sauce was used for this recipe?

                                • recipewriter

                                  recipewriter 5 years ago

                                  Reggano Marinara was used in the original recipe here (purchased at Aldi U.S.). Any basic marinara sauce should have similar nutritional value.

                              • Anonymous

                                Anonymous 5 years ago

                                I thought this recipe was awesome!

                                • Isaiahfc95

                                  Isaiahfc95 5 years ago

                                  Woul it be okay if I use ground beef

                                  • recipewriter

                                    recipewriter 5 years ago

                                    Yes! Please note this will change you protein and fat macros if you replace the turkey.

                                • Janice

                                  Janice 6 years ago

                                  I switched the ground turkey for ground chicken. I also had a little extra sauce as this can be kind of meaty. Also I didn’t have shredded mozzarella so chopped up mozzarella. Either way this is a very satisfying meal!

                                  • Jess

                                    Jess 6 years ago

                                    Can I use grated Parmesan instead of using shredded and how much would I use? Thank u!

                                    • recipewriter

                                      recipewriter 6 years ago

                                      Grated parmesan should be okay here, since it is used as a binder for the meatloaf. I would reduce the amount from 3/4 cup to 1/2 cup.

                                  • Francesca

                                    Francesca 6 years ago

                                    My husband and I loved this recipe. It was moist, delicious and filling. Great job!

                                    • Torinoraine

                                      Torinoraine 6 years ago

                                      Used rotel and decreased mozzarella cheese I am trying to figure out what the calories would be protein carbs and fat

                                      • recipewriter

                                        recipewriter 6 years ago

                                        Protein and carbohydrates each contain 4 calories per gram, and fat contains 9 calories per gram. Hope this helps you!