Best 8 Quick Microwave Meat Loaf Recipes

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Calling all busy folks! Are you looking for a quick and easy way to satisfy your meatloaf cravings? Look no further than your trusty microwave! With a few pantry staples and a reliable microwave, you can create a delicious and hearty meatloaf that's ready in a fraction of the time it takes to bake it in the oven. Get ready to indulge in a moist, flavorful and satisfying meal without any hassle or long wait times. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary adventure that's both speedy and delectable!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY MICROWAVE MEATLOAF



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Make and share this Easy Microwave Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swirlycinnacakes

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce, divided
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 onion, minced
1/4 cup cracker crumb
2 lbs lean ground beef
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine tomato sauce, brown sugar, and mustard. Set aside.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine eggs, onion, cracker crumbs, ground beef, salt, and pepper.
  • Add 1/2 cup of tomato sauce mixture and stir thoroughly.
  • Place meat mixture in glass ring mold, or 2-quart microwave-proof round casserole.
  • Pour remaining sauce over top of meat. Cooked, uncovered, on high, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Let stand, covered, 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.2, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 168.8, Sodium 919, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 11.4, Protein 33.5

15-MINUTE MEAT LOAF



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I combined a few great-tasting meatloaf recipes to create this flavorful 15-minute version, which my husband loves. And because it's made in the microwave, the entree is perfect for busy nights. For an extra boost, I flavor the meatloaf with onion soup mix.-Deb Thompson, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg, lightly beaten
5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, dry soup mix, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into an oval loaf., Place in a shallow 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain. , Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine the sugars, vinegar and remaining ketchup; drizzle over meat loaf. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 960mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUPER QUICK EASY & DELICIOUS MICROWAVE MEATLOAF



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This is super quick and easy to make and it's not dried out, it's undeniably moist and flavorful. My brother came up with this but I've tweaked it a little bit and haven't made meatloaf in the oven since! I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by SkyGlitter

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 1 meatloaf, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, minced
1 medium carrot, grated
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup ketchup
1/8 cup mustard
2 pieces white bread, torn up into small pieces
salt & pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • In large bowl mix the onion, carrot, egg, milk, ¼ cup ketchup, mustard, bread, salt and pepper, then mix in the ground beef.
  • Place into large glass dish and shape. (a large pie plate works good).
  • Cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for 15 minutes. (Turn four times while microwaving if you don't have a carousel).
  • Remove from microwave, throw away the paper towel and remove most of the grease from the dish.
  • Spread meatloaf with additional ketchup and a little barbecue sauce as desired. (I use about 2 tablespoons ketchup and 2 teaspoons barbecue sauce).
  • Cover with a new paper towel and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from dish and place on serving plate.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.4, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 165.6, Sodium 593, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 7.6, Protein 38.1

MICROWAVE MEATLOAF



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Make this delicious and easy microwave meatloaf recipe using ground beef, quick cooking oatmeal, onions, and thyme.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp. olive oil
1/3 cup minced onion
Optional: minced garlic (to taste)
3 tbsp. quick cooking oats
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/4 tsp. dried marjoram leaves
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
Dash white pepper
1 egg
1 lb. ground chuck
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp. prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine oil, onion, and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes on high until soft.
  • Combine with oats, 1/2 the tomato sauce, thyme, marjoram, garlic salt, pepper, and egg in a large bowl. Mix in meat with your hands. Gently shape into an 8x4 inch loaf.
  • Place into a 9x5 inch glass loaf pan, making sure the meat mixture doesn't touch the sides of the pan. Cover pan with microwave-safe waxed paper. Microwave at high power for 5 minutes, then carefully siphon off the juices using a turkey baster .
  • Combine brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard with remaining tomato sauce. Spoon this mixture over the meatloaf, making sure to evenly coat top and sides.
  • Return pan to the microwave, rotating one-half turn. Cover pan with microwave-safe waxed paper and cook at 50% for 15 to 20 minutes or until an instant-read meat thermomete r inserted in the center of the loaf registers 160 F.
  • Cover with foil and let stand 5 minutes on a solid surface before serving. (The temperature of the meatloaf will rise about 10 degrees during standing time.)
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 17 g, ServingSize 1 meatloaf (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

QUICK MICROWAVE MEAT LOAF



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I often fix this meat loaf since it's such a time-saver. It's also great in summer because I don't need to heat up the oven.-Becky Cain, Hutchinson, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup cracker crumbs (about 6 crackers)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, brown sugar and mustard; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg, onion, cracker crumbs, salt, pepper and 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well., Shape into a uniform round loaf in a greased microwave-safe 9-in. pie plate. Cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for 15-17 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°, turning dish a quarter turn every 5 minutes. Drain; top with remaining sauce mixture. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

BARBECUE MICROWAVE MEATLOAF



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Whip up this microwave meatloaf in less than half an hour! Speedy microwave cooking makes this scrumptious Barbecue Microwave Meatloaf possible.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 24m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce, divided
1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/4 cup finely chopped green peppers
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/8 tsp. black pepper

Steps:

  • Reserve 1/4 cup barbecue sauce. Mix remaining barbecue sauce with remaining ingredients just until blended.
  • Shape into loaf in 9-inch square microwavable dish; top with reserved barbecue sauce. Cover loosely with waxed paper.
  • Microwave on HIGH 12 to 14 min. or until done (165°F), turning dish after 7 min. Let stand 5 min. before slicing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 520 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, Protein 21 g

SHELBY'S MICROWAVE MEAT LOAF



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Great meat loaf, quick, easy and ready to eat in 45 minutes. It will be ready by the time you get the creamed potatoes ready!

Provided by Shelby Snider

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 onion, minced
¼ cup minced green bell pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup saltine cracker crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds extra lean ground beef

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the tomato sauce, brown sugar, and mustard; stir until the brown sugar has dissolved.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the eggs, minced onion and green pepper, garlic powder, cracker crumbs, salt, and black pepper; mix in the ground beef and half the tomato sauce mixture, stirring until the meat loaf is thoroughly combined. Place the meat mixture into a 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish. Spread the remaining tomato sauce mixture over the meat loaf.
  • Cook in microwave oven on High setting until set, the juices run clear, and meat is no longer pink inside, 10 to 15 minutes depending on power of microwave oven. An instant-read meat thermometer, inserted into the center of the loaf, should read 165 degrees F (75 degrees C). Drain any grease from the dish as soon as loaf is cooked; allow to stand, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 147.6 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 664.7 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

MICROWAVE MUSHROOM MEATLOAF



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Spending time in an extended-stay hotel with just a microwave and stovetop for cooking, along with minimal cookware, led me to be a bit creative at mealtime. I was craving meatloaf and came up with this recipe from foods I had on hand leftover from earlier meals. I was pleased with how it turned out considering my limited options. And it wasn't a reheated frozen dinner either!

Provided by jazzncatz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ pound extra-lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
3 small button mushrooms, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
6 whole-wheat crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
⅛ teaspoon seasoned salt
2 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef, egg, mushrooms, onion, whole-wheat crackers, and salt together in a bowl. Mold into a ring on a microwave-safe dish. Spread ketchup on top. Cover with parchment paper.
  • Cook in the microwave until beef is no longer pink in the center, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain off any fat. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 389.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • Use lean ground beef. This will help reduce the amount of fat in the meatloaf and make it healthier.
  • Add vegetables to the meatloaf. This will help add flavor and nutrients to the dish. Some good options include chopped onions, carrots, celery, and spinach.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. This will help keep the meatloaf moist and delicious. Some good options include ketchup, barbecue sauce, or a mixture of the two.
  • Cook the meatloaf on a rack. This will help the juices drain from the meatloaf and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Let the meatloaf rest before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meatloaf and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Microwave meatloaf is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious and hearty meal. This recipe can be easily adapted to your own personal preferences and makes a great addition to any weeknight meal.

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