Crock Pot Meatloaf Recipe

A whole meatloaf that was made in the crockpot with a sauce on top.

4.88 from 8 votes

This easy Crock Pot Meatloaf is made with simple ingredients and cooked low and slow for a moist, tender and flavorful dinner. With just a few minutes of prep, the slow cooker does the rest!

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time8 10

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: June Albertson-Dick

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef I like using 93/7
1 packet dry onion soup mix 1 ounce
1 cup panko bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs whisked

Topping:

1 ¼ cup ketchup
1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
¼ cup brown sugar
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Meatloaf

Combine the ground beef, onion soup mix, panko bread crumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder and eggs in a large bowl. Mix just until combined {I like to use my hands}, being careful not to overmix or the meatloaf can become tough.
Add meat mixture to a crock pot that has been lined with either a crock pot liner or foil that has been sprayed with non stick spray. Shape it into a log, leaving about ½ inch of space between the meatloaf and the sides of the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-6 hours, until the center of the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.

Topping

Combine the topping ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
During the last 30 minutes of cooking, spread the topping evenly over the meatloaf. Replace the lid and continue cooking until the topping is heated through and the meatloaf is fully cooked.
Carefully remove the meatloaf from the slow cooker, slice and serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.

Notes

Use a slow cooker liner. It makes cleanup so much easier! You can also use foil sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
Choose lean ground beef. I prefer 93% lean or leaner to keep excess grease from collecting in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add extra flavor. Italian-style panko bread crumbs are an easy way to add more seasoning without adding extra ingredients.
Change the topping. Not a fan of the ketchup-based sauce? Substitute your favorite BBQ sauce instead.
Make it in the oven. Place the shaped meatloaf on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

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