Best 8 Incredibly Moist Easy Crock Pot Meatloaf Recipes

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Craving a comforting and delectable meal that requires minimal effort? Look no further than the incredibly moist easy crock pot meatloaf. This classic dish combines the savory flavors of ground beef and seasonings, enveloped in a tender, juicy texture that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and the convenience of your slow cooker, you can create a mouthwatering meatloaf that's perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering. Whether you prefer a traditional meatloaf with a ketchup glaze or want to explore variations with cheese or bacon, this recipe guide will lead you to the perfect crock pot meatloaf that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling satisfied.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CROCK POT MEATLOAF



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Hearty, easy and delicious, The Best Crock Pot Meatloaf is a true comfort meal that you cook low and slow with the perfect sweet and tangy glaze. A truly delicious family meal.

Provided by Brandie @ The Country Cook

Categories     Main Course

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small sweet onion (peeled and grated)
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
2 Tablespoons light brown sugar (packed)
1 Tablespoon ketchup
1 Tablespoon bbq sauce
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
2 pounds ground beef ((85/15))
½ cup ketchup
½ cup bbq sauce
¼ cup light brown sugar (packed)
fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Line the crock pot with a large piece of heavy-duty foil, spray with cooking spray, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl add the grated onion, milk, eggs, brown sugar, ketchup, bbq sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk this mixture until fully combined.
  • Add in the breadcrumbs. Stir in the breadcrumbs until mixed well.
  • Next, add the ground beef.
  • Using your hands, mix everything together until well combined but do not overmix.
  • Add the mixture to the aluminum foil in the slow cooker, and form it into a long oval shape, set aside.
  • In a small bowl add the ketchup, bbq sauce, and brown sugar. Whisk this mixture together to make the glaze.
  • Brush half of the glaze on top of the meatloaf. Cook on low for 6 hours or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
  • Take the meatloaf out of the crockpot using the foil to help lift it out. Place on a sheet tray and brush the remaining glaze on top.
  • Broil until the glaze is bubbly and starts to brown slightly. Serve with optional parsley garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Sodium 837 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 24 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CROCK POT MEATLOAF



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This meatloaf is a breeze to make, holds together and slices nicely- a problem I have had with meatloaves in the past. It is a sure winner from my mother-in-law, who is a fabulous cook. Feel free to experiment with Ro-Tel tomatoes or other ingredients.

Provided by ToiCara

Categories     Meat

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
2 lbs lean ground beef

Steps:

  • To remove loaf when done, line crock with wide strip of aluminum foil, coming up sides of crock.
  • In a large bowl combine eggs, milk, bread crumbs, and soup mix. Mix well, then add meat. Mix thoroughly, then shape into a rectangle or oval that won't touch sides of crock. Place in crock. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.

SLOWER COOKER MEATLOAF



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A really easy recipe for meatloaf that anyone could pull off. For a spicier meatloaf, use chili sauce or even salsa in place of the ketchup.

Provided by cinnamon

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons dry onion soup mix
3 tablespoons steak seasoning
3 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, eggs, 3 tablespoons ketchup, onion soup mix and steak seasoning using your hands. Pat lightly into the bottom of a slow cooker. Spread remaining ketchup over the top. Cover, and cook for 6 to 8 hours on Low, or 4 hours on High.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 175.5 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1823.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

MEAT LOAF FROM THE SLOW COOKER



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This simple, easy-to-make meat loaf is one of my personal favorites. I'm often asked for the recipe. -Laura Burgess, Mount Vernon, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 10 crackers)
3/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon seasoned pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound reduced-fat bulk pork sausage
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Cut three 25x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on the bottom and up the sides of a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Coat strips with cooking spray., In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well (mixture will be moist). Shape into a loaf. Place meat loaf in the center of the strips., In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients. Spoon over meat loaf. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Using foil strips as handles, remove the meat loaf to a platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 681mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH MEAT LOAF



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This recipe is anything but regular old meatloaf! Everyone will love this moist version made in the slow cooker, with milk, mushrooms, and a little sage for extra flavor.

Provided by Rodney B Wiebe

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 5h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
¾ cup milk
⅔ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon rubbed sage
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 ½ pounds ground beef
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Combine eggs, milk, bread crumbs, onion, salt, sage, and mushrooms in a large bowl. Crumble ground beef over mixture and stir well to combine. Shape into a round loaf; place in a 5-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), 5 to 6 hours.
  • Whisk ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl; spoon sauce over meat loaf. Return to slow cooker and cook on Low until heated through, about 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 135.6 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 841.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

CLASSIC SLOW-COOKER MEATLOAF



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Our favorite meatloaf recipe does great in the slow cooker. Made with familiar flavorings that have stood the test of time, this meatloaf is as classic as it gets. And it's about as easy as it gets, too-just toss together the ingredients, set your loaf in a foil-lined slow cooker and forget it! Your meal will be ready in 3 to 4 hours, and you don't need to be stuck in the kitchen in the meantime. And lucky you if there are leftovers-we love using this for meatloaf sandwiches the next day!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped, or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
3 slices bread, torn into small pieces
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Line 4 1/2- to 5-quart slow cooker with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients except ketchup. Shape mixture into loaf, and place in center of slow cooker. Spread ketchup over top.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F. Remove meatloaf from slow cooker to serving platter. Cut into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW-COOKED MEAT LOAF



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What could be more comforting to come home to than moist and tender homemade meat loaf? "This one retains its shape in the slow cooker and slices beautifully," reports Marna Heitz from Farley, Iowa. "Because potatoes and carrots cook along with it, the entire dinner is ready at the same time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
2 slices day-old bread, cubed
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup ketchup
8 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch chunks
8 small red potatoes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat egg and milk. Stir in the bread cubes, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper. Add the beef and mix well. Shape into a round loaf. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Spread ketchup on top of loaf. Arrange carrots around loaf. Peel a strip around the center of each potato; place potatoes over carrots. , Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 7-8 hours longer or until no pink remains in the meat and the vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 160mg cholesterol, Sodium 1069mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

MAGIC CROCK POT MEATLOAF



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This recipe came with my Rival crock pot. The meat loaf is very moist and tender on the inside and a little bit crunchy around the outer edges. I cook mine on low for 9 hours.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Meat

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 eggs
2/3 cup quick-cooking oats
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1/2 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Reserve 2 T. ketchup.
  • Combine ground beef, eggs, oats, soup mix and remaining ketchup.
  • Shape into loaf and put into crock pot.
  • Top with remaining ketchup.
  • Cover, cook on low 8 - 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 126.8, Sodium 544.3, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.3, Protein 25.9

Tips:

  • Use a lean ground beef blend to prevent the meatloaf from becoming too greasy.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in milk before adding them to the meat mixture; this will help to bind the ingredients together and keep the meatloaf moist.
  • Add your favorite seasonings to the meat mixture, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Make a well in the center of the meat mixture and fill it with a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar; this will create a flavorful and moist center.
  • Top the meatloaf with additional ketchup or barbecue sauce before cooking.
  • Cook the meatloaf on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This incredibly moist and easy crock-pot meatloaf recipe is sure to become a family favorite. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and comforting meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal, give this crock-pot meatloaf a try.

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