Air Fryer Meatloaf offers a quick and delicious dinner solution, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe simplifies the classic meatloaf preparation by utilizing the convenience and efficiency of an air fryer, allowing you to enjoy a moist and tender meatloaf in just 35 minutes. The combination of lean ground beef, milk, eggs, and a blend of flavorful seasonings, such as onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and dry ground mustard, creates a savory mixture that forms the foundation of the meatloaf. The addition of torn bread pieces adds both texture and moisture to the dish.<\/p>\n
The air frying process begins with shaping the meat mixture into a loaf and placing it in the pre-sprayed air fryer basket. A key tip is to maintain an even thickness to ensure thorough cooking. The cooking process involves two phases: an initial 15-minute period followed by a glazing step and an additional 10 minutes of air frying until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160\u00b0F. The glaze, a delightful combination of ketchup and BBQ sauce, not only adds a sweet and tangy flavor but also contributes to a beautifully caramelized exterior.<\/p>\n
With its minimal preparation time, lack of need for preheating, and the added benefit of a lean meat choice, this Air Fryer Meatloaf recipe proves to be a convenient and healthier alternative to traditional oven-baked versions. The end result is a satisfying main course with a balanced nutritional profile, featuring 393 calories, 33g of protein, and just 9g of fat per serving. Serve it sliced, accompanied by the leftover glaze for a flavorful and family-friendly meal.<\/p>\n
Air Fryer Meatloaf<\/strong><\/p>\n Air Fryer Meatloaf is a tasty dinner that is made even easier using the Air Fryer. Ready in just 35 minutes, this is a tender, moist meatloaf that is perfect for a busy weeknight!<\/p>\n Ingredients Cuisine: American<\/p>\n Keyword: Air Fryer Meatloaf<\/p>\n Nutrition Air Fryer Meatloaf offers a quick and delicious dinner solution, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe simplifies the classic meatloaf preparation by utilizing the convenience and efficiency of an air fryer, allowing you to enjoy a moist and tender meatloaf in just 35 minutes. The combination of lean ground beef, milk, eggs, and a blend of flavorful seasonings, such as onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and dry ground mustard, creates a savory mixture that forms the foundation of the meatloaf. The addition of torn bread pieces adds both texture and moisture to the dish. The air frying process begins with shaping <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8756,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8755","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","has_thumb"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8755","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8755"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8755\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8757,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8755\/revisions\/8757"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8756"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8755"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8755"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/airfryer-tips.us\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8755"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nFor the meatloaf:
\n\u25a21 pound lean ground beef
\n\u25a2\u00be cup milk
\n\u25a21 large egg
\n\u25a23 slices bread, torn up into really small pieces
\n\u25a2\u00bd Tablespoon onion powder
\n\u25a21 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
\n\u25a2\u00bd teaspoon salt
\n\u25a2\u00bd teaspoon dry ground mustard
\n\u25a2\u00bc teaspoon black pepper
\n\u25a2\u215b teaspoon garlic powder
\nFor the glaze:
\n\u25a2\u2153 cup ketchup
\n\u25a2\u2153 cup BBQ sauce
\nInstructions
\nIn a large bowl combine all the ingredients for the meatloaf. I just use my clean hands for this. Don\u2019t overwork the meat, just mix until combined.
\nSpray a 5-7 quart air fryer basket with olive oil nonstick cooking spray. Shape the meat into a loaf shape (at an angle) in the air fryer basket. You don\u2019t want to make the meatloaf too thick or it won\u2019t cook all the way through. Try to make the loaf shape as even as possible from end to end.
\nAir fry at 350F degrees for 15 minutes.
\nWhile the meatloaf is cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the ketchup and BBQ sauce in a small bowl.
\nWhen the meatloaf has cooked for 15 minutes, brush some of the glaze on the loaf. Note: You won\u2019t use all of the glaze. Save the leftovers for serving.
\nAir fry at 350F degrees for another 10 minutes. Meatloaf is done when an internal temperature reaches 160F degrees.
\nAllow the meatloaf to rest for about 5 minutes. Then slice and serve with leftover glaze.
\nNotes
\nPlease refer to my FAQ\u2019s and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
\nThe only way to know when meat is truly cooked is to use a meat thermometer. Because some air fryers cook differently, it is best to always check the temperature to know when it is fully cooked (don\u2019t just go by time). It should read 160F degree when ready.
\nYou do not need to preheat the air fryer.
\nI prefer olive oil nonstick spray because it won\u2019t gunk up the air fryer basket over time.
\nThis meat held together really well. I was able to scoop it out with a large spatula and it held together well.
\nA lean meat is important here to reduce the amount of grease. I used 93% but I think you could even get away with 85%.
\nCourse: Main Course<\/p>\n
\nCalories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1174mg | Potassium: 684mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 5mg<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"