Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy BBQ Meatloaf Recipe, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This no-fail dish is bursting with smoky spices and topped with a sweet, sticky BBQ sauce glaze that will impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a potluck or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this flavor-packed meatloaf satisfies everyone from kids to adults. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this hearty dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 small yellow onion, finely minced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2/3 cup thick BBQ sauce (divided)
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted liquid smoke
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and spices.
- Add milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke; mix well.
- Incorporate ground beef and onion until combined. Shape into a loaf on the sheet pan.
- Pour half the BBQ sauce over the meatloaf; bake for 35 minutes.
- Add remaining sauce and bake for an additional 25 minutes.
- Allow resting for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg