Suitable for Gluten Free, Low Carb and Keto diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points. Slow cooker and oven method instructions also included. This Instant Pot Meatloaf is full of the classic meatloaf flavor, but doesn’t require a minute in the oven. Even better, it has been made into an easy gluten free meatloaf recipe by using almond meal instead of bread.
Why Make Meatloaf in Instant Pot?
It is soooooo fast. Instead of your meatloaf baking away for over an hour, Instant Pot Meatloaf only requires 22 mins under pressure. Instant Pot meatloaf is super moist! The Instant Pot locks in moisture, so you don’t need to worry about pulling a dry meat loaf out of the oven. It is great for meal prep. Prep ahead and pull out for when needed, quick weeknight dinners, lunch boxes, sunday lunches and more. It is family approved. Instant Pot Mac n Cheese is sooo good that everyone will love it.
Instant Pot Meatloaf Tools
So, are you ready to learn just how easy it is to make classic meatloaf in Instant Pot? Then gather up your ingredients and let me show you…. This post contains affiliate links. For more information, check out my disclosure. Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.
8 qt Instant Pot.
I use and love the 8 qt, extra Instant Pot Insert & sealing ring.
3 qt Instant Pot or 6 qt Instant Pot depending on family size. Use the knife for cutting meat. Use this handy spatula for stirring the meatloaf mix. Measure out your spices with these measuring spoon set. Mix your meatloaf in these mixing bowls. Try this spice kit for different flavours in the meatloaf. Cake pan. Bowls with covers.
Store leftover food in these bowls.
Check out my list of the best Instant Pot Accessories you can get.
How to Make Instant Pot Meatloaf (Instant Pot Meat loaf)
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. Pour 1 cup of water inside the insert. Spray an 7 or 8 inch baking pan or springform pan with calorie-controlled cooking spray. Add the meatloaf mixture to pan, making sure to spread out evenly. Make an aluminum sling and use to carefully lower the pan onto the trivet. Place the lid on the Instant Pot, lock and turn valve to sealing position. Select manual or pressure cook button (dependent upon IP model) and set to high pressure for 22 mins. When cook time is done, perform a quick pressure release. Open the lid and carefully remove meatloaf by grasping each side of the aluminum sling. Top meatloaf with the tomato sauce and sprinkle with parsley. Serve and enjoy!
How To Make Crockpot Meatloaf
Want to make meatloaf in the crockpot instead? You can easily adapt this recipe to make slow cooker meatloaf. Here’s how:
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!
Traditional Meatloaf Recipe – Oven Method
Prefer to cook a classic meatloaf in the oven? You totally can! Just follow these steps:
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!
Meatloaf In Instant Pot Tips
Try using a combination of meats for the best flavor. Whilst Instant Pot Meat Loaf can be made with a single type of meat (ground beef is the most popular), the best meatloaf you will ever try is an equal combination of beef, pork and veal. For a lighter meatloaf, use ground turkey instead of beef. However, you will need to add some moisture to balance out the lack of fat. Add more tomato sauce or extra veggies. The good news is the Instant Pot will lend more moisture to the turkey meatloaf naturally so it will be moister than oven-baked turkey meatloaf.
You can sauté the onion and garlic in butter or olive oil before adding them. This will give the Instant Pot Meat Loaf an even better flavor. Be careful not to over-mix your meatloaf. Over-mixing the ingredients can turn the meatloaf into a brick (and that is no fun for anyone).
Make Ahead And Meal Prep
Can You Freeze This
Just follow these easy steps to freeze this dish;
Let the dish cool down. Then transfer to meal prep container or ziploc bags making sure to press any excess air out before laying flat to freeze. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. One tip is to freeze in the right portion sizes so you can easily pull out only what you need.
Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
Want to serve up the ultimate comfort food meal? Nothing beats the classic combination of meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Unless it’s Instant Pot meatloaf and mashed potatoes, that is. Simply make your meatloaf in Instant Pot following this recipe, and then whip up a batch of these creamy and delectable Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes. Sooooo incredibly good!
Can You Use Foil in a Pressure Cooker?
I hear this question a lot. Yes, you can use foil in a pressure cooker (that includes electric pressure cookers like the Instant Pot). In this Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe, you will use foil to make an ‘aluminium sling.’ An aluminium sling is simply a piece of foil made into a ‘sling’ that allows you to easily and safely lower and raise the cheesecake pan in and out of the Instant Pot inner pot. You can also see this in action on my Instant Pot Cheesecake post.
Instant Pot Meatloaf Weight Watchers Points
There are 3 Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving of this Instant Pot Meatloaf.
Pressure Cooker Meatloaf Serving Suggestions
With a big piece of Instant Pot Meatloaf on your plate and one or more of these sides, you have a perfectly easy weeknight supper that the entire family will love.
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More Meatloaf Recipes
Looking for even more ways to cook up meatloaf? Then try my Air Fryer Meatloaf Recipe.
Instant Pot Meatloaf Weight Watchers Points
There are 3 Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving of this Instant Pot Meatloaf. Thank you for reading my Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe post. And please come visit again as I continue dreaming up recipes, traditional African recipes, African fusion recipes, Sierra Leone recipes, travel plans and much more for you. Thanks for supporting Recipes from a Pantry, UK food blog.
