Name: BBQ Turkey Meatloaf with Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 cup old fashioned rolled oats; 0.5 cup milk; 1 lb lean ground turkey; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp onion powder; 0.75 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.5 cup bbq sauce homemade

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BBQ Turkey Meatloaf with Oatmeal

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Ingredients

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BBQ Turkey Meatloaf with Oatmeal

½ cup old fashioned rolled oats

½ cup milk your favorite dairy or non-dairy

1 lb lean ground turkeydon't use ground turkey breast as it dries out easily

2 cloves garlicminced

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce sub with soy sauce or gluten-free options such as coconut aminos or tamari

1 tsp onion powder

¾ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepperfreshly ground

½ cup bbq sauce homemade or your favorite store bought brand

Instructions

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Instructions

Combine the oats and milk in a small bowl and let stand for 30-60 minutes to soften, or cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.

Place the oat mixture, ground turkey, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Using your hands, gently mix the ingredients together just until incorporated, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place the meat mixture onto the baking sheet and form it into an oval loaf about 2" thick.

Place on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes, then remove from the oven and top with the bbq sauce. Bake for another 15 minutes or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the center registers at 160 degrees. Remove from heat and let stand 5-10 minutes. Slice, serve and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Oatmeal Binding Secret 🌾
Soak the rolled oats in milk for 5 minutes before mixing to create a superior binder that locks in moisture and prevents the lean turkey from drying out during cooking.
Don't Overwork the Meat 🙌
Mix the meatloaf ingredients gently with your hands for no more than 1-2 minutes to maintain a tender texture; overworking develops gluten-like networks that make it dense and tough.
BBQ Sauce Application Timing ⏱️
Apply homemade BBQ sauce only in the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent burning; add a second coat 5 minutes before finishing for a glossy, caramelized exterior.
Thermal Carryover Planning 🌡️
Remove the meatloaf at 160°F internal temperature (not 165°F) since it will rise 3-5 degrees while resting, ensuring perfectly juicy results without overcooking the lean turkey.
Make-Ahead Flavor Enhancement 💫
Prepare the meatloaf mixture up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate; the salt, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic will penetrate deeper for more complex, developed flavors throughout.