Chris's Venison Meatloaf

Savory, tender, and bursting with flavor, Chris’s Venison Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food for those who love wild game dishes. This recipe combines ground venison with ground pork to balance the leanness of the meat, while finely chopped onion, garlic, and a blend of smoked paprika and parsley add a flavorful, aromatic touch. A tangy-sweet glaze made with ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar caramelizes beautifully in the oven, elevating the dish with an irresistible finish. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under an hour, this meatloaf makes an impressive centerpiece for dinner. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty, satisfying meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for venison enthusiasts, this recipe is a delicious way to highlight game meat while keeping it moist and tender with milk, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground venison
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup ketchup (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground venison and ground pork.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley to the meat mixture.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a large spoon, mix everything together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 5

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down evenly to form a compact loaf.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup of ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make the glaze.

Step 7

Spread the glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf using a spoon or spatula.

Step 8

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1069.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1953.0

Total Fat 91.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 861.9mg	0%
Sodium 4609.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.9g
Protein 178.9g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 308.0mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2162.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 37.0%

Carbs: 20.3%