Turkey Meatloaf in Air Fryer

Are you looking for a meatloaf recipe? Make turkey meatloaf in air fryer. You’ll love the recipe.

Turkey meatloaf in an air fryer is super easy to make that is moist and packed with flavors. I think everyone has tried the beef meatloaf but believe me turkey meatloaf in air fryer is a good alternative for that.

When my boyfriend and I decided to try turkey meatloaf in air fryer, we were not sure how it would turn out. And we were stunned by the result.

Air fryer turkey meatloaf was so moist, packed with flavors and got ready in under an hour. I would suggest you try it for yourself.

So, today I’ll be sharing the recipe for turkey meatloaf in air fryer. Some tips and tricks and don’t miss out on the serving ideas.

 

How to make turkey meatloaf in air fryer?

Let’s see what are the ingredients required to make turkey meatloaf in air fryer.

Ingredients:

• 1lb ground turkey
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
• 1 small to medium onion (finely chopped)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• ½ cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Take a large mixing bowl to add egg and beat it. Then add the rest of the seasoning to the bowl and mix them well.
2. After that add the ketchup and yellow mustard mix them well. You can also use Dijon Mustard instead of yellow mustard.
3. Now add the ground turkey to the seasoning mixture. Mix them well until combined.
4. After that give the mixture a meatloaf shape with even thickness that fits in your air fryer basket.
5. Preheat your air fryer at 180C/350F for 5-minutes.
6. Place the turkey meatloaf in air fryer basket and be careful the basket is hot, don’t burn yourself.
7. Cook the turkey meatloaf at 180C/350F for 20- 25 minutes. Check the meatloaf after 20 minutes and check. If you think it needs more time then you can add 10 minutes more.
8. Meanwhile, the meatloaf is cooking and you can start making the topping sauce. Prepare it by combining ketchup, yellow mustard/ Dijon mustard, and brown sugar.
9. Spread the topping sauce on the meatloaf when there is about 5 minutes left on your air fryer timer.
10. Remove the turkey meatloaf from the air fryer basket and let it rest for 8-10 minutes before serving.

 

You can find the turkey meatloaf in air fryer recipe in the printable card below.

 

Why make turkey meatloaf in air fryer?

It takes half of the cooking time compared to an oven.
It’s delicious and healthy because you can cook it without adding any oil.
Easier to clean.

 

Tips for making turkey meatloaf in air fryer

• Preheat your air fryer before you cook meatloaf. This process allows the loaf to cook evenly.
• Don’t overmix the meat, just mix them until combined.
• You can check if the meatloaf is done by inserting a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165F.
• Shape your meatloaf according to the size of the air fryer you’re using. Don’t make it too thick as it takes a longer time to cook.
• Let the loaf rest for a while before serving to avoid falling apart.

 

What goes best with a turkey meatloaf air fryer?

I would suggest having your turkey meatloaf with sautéed/air-fried vegetables such as air fryer broccoli, air fryer asparagus, air fryer mushrooms, etc.

You can also have your loaf with creamy mashed potatoes, or pair it up with some fried rice. You can have it with anything you like.

 

Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

 

How do you keep turkey meatloaf from falling apart?

To prevent your turkey meatloaf from falling you should use combining agents such as egg and bread crumbs. This will help the meat to stick together while cooking and prevent it from falling.

Another reason for falling meatloaf is overcooking. So, don’t overcook your meatloaf and let it rest after it’s removed from the air fryer basket to prevent it from falling.

 

How can you tell if meatloaf is done?

The meatloaf gets ready in about an hour according to the thickness. Or you can use the meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature to make sure if it’s done.

The internal temperature should be 165F and your turkey meatloaf in air fryer is done.

 

Why is my turkey meatloaf mushy?

The reason for mushy turkey meatloaf is using more bread and milk than the ratio of meat.

To fix this problem you can either add more meat or should reduce the bread and milk quantity.

 

How long should meatloaf rest?

Let your meatloaf rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

 

How long does it take to cook a meatloaf in an air fryer?

Air fryer meatloaf time temp is 30-35 minutes at 180C/350F.

However, the time may vary according to the air fryer brand you use to cook. I used my Philips air fryer to cook and these were the time and temp I cooked at.

If your meatloaf is thick, it can take a long time so you can just manage it accordingly.

 

Can I make a gluten-free meatloaf?

Yes, you can use gluten-free bread crumbs that are easily available in the market. If you don’t find it, you can use almond flour instead of the bread crumbs to make the loaf gluten-free.

 

Can I store the air fryer turkey meatloaf?

Yes, you can store it in an air-tight container and keep it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

 

How to reheat the leftover turkey meatloaf in air fryer?

You can simply place the leftover turkey meatloaf in the air fryer basket and heat them at 150C/300F for 5-7 minutes.

 

Equipment
Air Fryer

 

Course: Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: American

Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30-35 minutes

 

Nutrition Facts
Calories- 257kcal | Sodium- 386mg | Fat- 4g | Saturated Fat- 1g | Cholesterol- 103mg | Sugar- 5g | Protein- 35g | Carbohydrates- 13g | Fiber- 2g | Iron- 3mg |

 

If you like turkey meatloaf in air fryer, look what else you can air fry:

• Air Fryer Shrimp

 

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