Instant Pot Meatloaf
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
4 - 6
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Calories
396 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Meatloaf
Description
This meatloaf recipe combines lean ground beef, minced bacon, chopped onion, garlic, seasonings including oregano and fennel seed, beaten eggs, panko breadcrumbs, milk, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. The mixture is shaped into a loaf that fits inside an Instant Pot insert.
The tomato sauce base mixes chicken stock with tomato sauce, tomato paste, basil, and oregano to surround the meatloaf during pressure cooking. The steam environment cooks the meatloaf evenly, producing a moist and tender interior, while the sauce imparts a balanced tomato herb flavor.
Ideal for a comforting dinner, the meatloaf can be sliced and served with sides like mashed potatoes or vegetables. Adjust the cooking time based on the loaf's thickness for best results.
Be sure to beat the eggs before mixing with the meat to help bind the ingredients well. Testing the seasoning with a small cooked portion before shaping the loaf is recommended to fine-tune the flavors.
Ingredients
Meatloaf
- 1 ½ pound (680g) ground beef lean
- 6 (roughly 80g) Bacon minced, strips
- 1 onion roughly chopped, medium
- 6 cloves garlic , roughly minced
- 2 egg beaten, extra large
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 ½ teaspoon fennel seed , ground
- ¾ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 3.2 oz (90g) Parmesan Cheese freshly grated; weights 2oz (55g) and 1.2oz (35g) respectively
- 3.2 oz (90g) mozzarella cheese freshly grated; weights 2oz (55g) and 1.2oz (35g) respectively
Tomato Sauce
- 2 cups (500ml) chicken stock unsalted
- 1 1/2 cup (398ml) tomato sauce
- 2/3 cup (156ml) tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
Instructions
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: Combine all the meatloaf ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add the dry ingredients, then add the wet ingredients, and mix well with your hands. Do not overmix.
- Test Seasoning: Test the seasoning by cooking a small portion of the meat mixture on a skillet over medium-high heat. Taste and add more seasoning if necessary.
- Shape Meatloaf: Gently pack the meat mixture to form a meatloaf. Make sure the meatloaf can fit into your pressure cooker (Reference: Our meatloaf's thickest part was almost 4 inches thick).
- Form Foil Sling: Fold a piece of aluminum foil into a long strip to form a sling. Make sure it is wide enough to hold the whole meatloaf. This will help you transport the meatloaf easily.
- Make Easy Tomato Sauce: Combine all the tomato sauce ingredients together in the pressure cooker. Mix well until the tomato paste dissolves into the tomato sauce mixture.
- Pressure Cook Meatloaf: Place a steamer rack in Instant Pot pressure cooker. Place the aluminum foil sling on the rack and carefully place the meatloaf on top of it. Pressure cook at High Pressure for 16 minutes, then Full Natural Release.
- Preheat Oven: While the meatloaf and tomato sauce are cooking, preheat oven to 450°F.
- Set Aside Meatloaf: Remove the meatloaf by carrying the foil sling. Confirm the meatloaf’s internal temperature is at least 160°F with a food thermometer and set aside.
- Apply Sauce & Finish in Oven: Heat up the pressure cooker over medium-low heat. (Instant Pot: press Sauté, then Adjust button to Saute More Function) Bring the tomato sauce to a simmer and reduce until desired consistency (roughly 5 – 8 minutes). Brush the thickened tomato sauce over the whole meatloaf with a silicone basting brush. Place the meatloaf in the oven on the top rack for 10 – 15 minutes.
- Serve Instant Pot Meatloaf: Serve the Instant Pot Meatloaf immediately. Enjoy~ :)
- Tip for Serving Sauce: If you want to serve your favorite pasta or side dish with the easy tomato sauce, make sure to season the tomato sauce with kosher salt and ground black pepper first.
Notes
- Beat the eggs before adding to the meat mixture to ensure even binding.
- Adjust pressure cooking time according to the thickness of the meatloaf for thorough cooking.
- Taste a small cooked portion of the meat mix to check seasoning before shaping the entire loaf.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 396 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 396kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 1211mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 1107mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 965IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 203mg | 20% |
| Iron | 5.7mg | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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