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Instant Pot Meatloaf

Instant Pot Meatloaf is easy to make and full of classic comfort food flavor.
Course Main
Cuisine American, Western
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 343kcal

Ingredients

Instant Pot Meatloaf Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 3 large cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef
  • .75 cups (85g) almond flour
  • 1 cup (113g) shredded mozzarella
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup no added sugar tomato sauce for topping
  • fresh chopped parsley for garnish
  • calorie-controlled cooking spray

Instructions

Instant Pot Meatloaf Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
  • Place a metal trivet into the bottom of the Instant Pot insert. Add 1 cup water to the insert.
  • Spray an (7 or 8 inch baking pan or springform pan with calorie-controlled cooking spray.
  • Add meatloaf to the pan, making sure to spread out evenly.
  • Make an aluminum sling and carefully lower the pan onto the trivet.
  • Select the manual or pressure cook button (dependent upon IP model) and set to high pressure for 22 mins. When done, do a quick pressure release.
  • After the quick pressure release, carefully remove the Instant Pot meatloaf with the aluminum sling.
  • Top your Instant Pot meatloaf with the tomato sauce and sprinkle with parsley. Serve.

Crockpot Meatloaf Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
  • Add the meatloaf mixture to the bottom of the ceramic slow cooker insert, shaping into an oval.
  • Cover the meatloaf with tomato sauce.
  • Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hrs.
  • Use a large spatula to carefully remove the meatloaf from the crockpot. Transfer to a cutting board or serving platter.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley, serve and enjoy!

Oven Baked Meatloaf Instructions

  •  Preheat the oven to 350 F / 180 C.
  • In a medium bowl, use your hands to combine all ingredients except for the tomato sauce and parsley.
  • Add the meatloaf mixture to a loaf pan, and cover with tomato sauce.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160 F.
  • Remove from oven, and transfer from loaf pan to a cutting board or serving platter.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley, serve and enjoy!

Notes

Instant Pot Meatloaf Tips

  • Try using a combination of meats for the best flavor.
  • For a lighter meat loaf, try ground turkey .
  • You can sauté the onion and garlic in butter or olive oil before adding them.
  • Be careful not to over-mix your meatloaf.
  • If you have time, make your meatloaf the day ahead and let it sit in the fridge.
  • The total cook time does not include the time it takes for the Instant Pot to get to pressure and the time for the natural pressure release.

Instant Pot Meatloaf Weight Watchers Points

There are 3 Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving of Instant Pot Meatloaf.

Instant Pot Meatloaf Serving Suggestions

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg