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This Instant Pot Meatloaf is going to become your new favourite recipe! A handful of simple ingredients coming together to create a delicious and savory meatloaf made in a flash!
This Instant Pot Meatloaf is one of those easy recipes that packs so much flavor! Made with just a short list of kitchen staple ingredients, you’ll have no trouble creating a dinner that everyone will love!
Meatloaf is one of my favorite meals to serve for dinner. The combination of beef and pork, mixed with the homemade sauce topping is an out of this world combination. Flavorful, savory, comforting and all around delicious. You’re going to love this simple instant pot recipe!
Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a dish made of ground meat that has been mixed with a few other ingredients, formed into the shape of a loaf, then baked or smoked. It is typically made with ground beef, although ground lamb, pork, veal, venison, poultry and seafood are can also be used! The final shape can either be hand-formed on a baking tray or pan-formed by cooking it in a loaf pan, but we are hand forming ours since we are using the instant pot!
Ingredients
- Meat – We are using ground beef AND ground pork! If you’d prefer a chicken meatloaf check out my recipe here.
- Breadcrumbs – I used panko breadcrumbs. Regular breadcrumbs work as well as Italian seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Onion – Regular onion, grated.
- Milk – Use your preference. I used 2% milk.
- Egg – Large.
- Worcestershire Sauce – A must in any good meatloaf.
- Water
For the Topping
- Ketchup
- Brown Sugar
- Yellow Mustard
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Parsley – Freshly chopped, for garnish.
How to make instant pot meatloaf
- Mix Ingredients – Grate the onion into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the breadcrumbs and milk and let the mixture sit for 2 minutes. Add the ground beef and pork, egg, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine.
- Form the Loaf – Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape that will fit in your Instant Pot, round works best. Place the loaf onto a large sheet of foil, and fold the edges up to create a nest around the loaf.
- Prep Instant Pot – Pour the 1/2 cup of water into the Instant Pot. Place your Instant Pot’s rack inside the pot, then lift the foil carrying the loaf and place it on top of the rack.
- Cook the Meatloaf & Make the Topping – Secure the lid of your pot. Turn the valve from VENT to SEAL and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together for the topping.
- Top with Sauce – Turn your oven’s broiler on. Quick release the pressure on the instant pot and, using two tongs or gloved hands, carefully lift the foil and loaf out of the pot and place it on a baking sheet. Brush the top of the loaf generously with the prepared sauce.
- Broil & Serve – Broil for 2-5 minutes, or until browned and bubbly. Garnish with parsley and serve.
What to serve with your meatloaf
This is one meal that really pairs well with a variety of sides. I like to serve my meatloaf with either rice: like this mushroom rice, cauliflower rice, or sticking to the theme – instant pot rice, or a potato: mashed potatoes, potatoes au gratin, or classic oven roasted potatoes are all great options. Add a side of veggies and you’re all set!
How to store leftovers
Store leftover meatloaf in shallow, airtight containers or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Properly stored, your meatloaf will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
You can reheat your leftover slices of meatloaf in the microwave or in a skillet!
Does meatloaf freeze well?
Meatloaf can be frozen either fully cooked and cooled or raw ( meaning you can make this in advance.) Wrap your meatloaf tightly to prevent freezer burn and if freezing before cooking – contamination from raw meat.
You can freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags, or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or freezer wrap. Meatloaf should last up to 6 months in the freezer.
Reheating frozen meatloaf
Whichever method you use, be sure to defrost meat loaf thoroughly in refrigerator before cooking or reheating.
If the frozen meatloaf was previously cooked, it can be reheated in the oven or microwave. Remove the wrapping and place it in the oven at 350F for about 1 1/2 hours or until cooked through.
If you chose to freeze it uncooked, let defrost completely and follow provided cooking instructions.
More instant pot recipes from my kitchen:
- Instant Pot Orange Chicken
- Baked Ziti
- Instant Pot Chicken Breasts
- Instant Pot Cashew Chicken
- Beef Stew
- Instant Pot Corned Beef
- Mac and Cheese
- Instant Pot White Tuscan Beans
- Meatloaf with Gravy
Instant Pot Meatloaf
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ onion grated
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup water
For the Topping
- 1 cup ketchup
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon parsley freshly chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Grate the onion into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the breadcrumbs and milk and let the mixture sit for 2 minutes. Add the ground beef and pork, egg, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine.
- Form the Loaf: Shape the meat mixture into a loaf shape that will fit in your Instant Pot, round works best. Place the loaf onto a large sheet of foil, and fold the edges up to create a nest around the loaf.
- Prep Instant Pot: Pour the 1/2 cup of water into the Instant Pot. Place your Instant Pot's rack inside the pot, then lift the foil carrying the loaf and place it on top of the rack.
- Cook the Meatloaf & Make the Topping: Secure the lid of your pot. Turn the valve from VENT to SEALand cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce together for the topping.
- Top with Sauce: Turn your oven's broiler on. Quick release the pressure on the instant pot and, using two tongs or gloved hands, carefully lift the foil and loaf out of the pot and place it on a baking sheet. Brush the top of the loaf generously with the prepared sauce.
- Broil & Serve: Broil for 2-5 minutes, or until browned and bubbly. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Tips & Notes:
- Store leftover meatloaf in shallow, airtight containers or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Properly stored, your meatloaf will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- You can reheat your leftover slices of meatloaf in the microwave or in a skillet!
