Description
Discover the perfect BBQ Meatloaf Recipe that brings together smoky spices and sweet, sticky BBQ sauce for an unforgettable meal. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prepping. With its hearty flavor profile and tender texture, this meatloaf stands out as a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, you’ll love how simple it is to create a delicious dish that everyone will enjoy. Serve it with classic sides or transform leftovers into tasty sandwiches—the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds 80/20 ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 2/3 cup BBQ sauce (separated)
- Assorted spices (chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed sheet pan with nonstick aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, salt, chili powder, black pepper, ground cumin, garlic powder, milk, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke. Mix until well combined.
- Add in the ground beef and finely minced onion; gently mix until evenly distributed. Shape the mixture into a narrow loaf on the prepared pan.
- Pour half of the BBQ sauce over the meatloaf and bake for 35 minutes. Pour remaining sauce on top and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 85mg