Cajun-Spiced Turkey Meatloaf with Sweet Potato Mash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-04 · Updated 2026-06-04

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A healthy twist on classic meatloaf infused with Cajun spices, paired with creamy mashed sweet potatoes for a soulful dinner. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, pairs ground turkey, onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 55 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs ground turkey
1 small, finely chopped onion
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp cajun seasoning
1 large egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs ground turkey, 1 finely chopped small onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, and 1/4 cup milk. Mix gently until just combined.
Step 2: Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a lightly oiled baking dish. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the top.
Step 3: Bake the meatloaf for 50-55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the top is lightly browned.
Step 4: While meatloaf bakes, place 2 peeled and cubed large sweet potatoes into a pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
Step 5: Drain sweet potatoes and mash with 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Remove meatloaf from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve slices alongside the sweet potato mash, drizzling remaining 1 tbsp olive oil if desired.