Air Fryer Meatloaf is a tasty dinner that is made even easier using the Air Fryer. Ready in just 35 minutes, this is a tender, moist meatloaf that is perfect for a busy weeknight!
Ingredients
For the meatloaf:
- ▢1 pound lean ground beef
- ▢¾ cup milk
- ▢1 large egg
- ▢3 slices bread, torn up into really small pieces
- ▢½ Tablespoon onion powder
- ▢1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ▢½ teaspoon salt
- ▢½ teaspoon dry ground mustard
- ▢¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ▢⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
For the glaze:
- ▢⅓ cup ketchup
- ▢⅓ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine all the ingredients for the meatloaf. I just use my clean hands for this. Don’t overwork the meat, just mix until combined.
- Spray a 5-7 quart air fryer basket with olive oil nonstick cooking spray. Shape the meat into a loaf shape (at an angle) in the air fryer basket. You don’t want to make the meatloaf too thick or it won’t cook all the way through. Try to make the loaf shape as even as possible from end to end.
- Air fry at 350F degrees for 15 minutes.
- While the meatloaf is cooking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the ketchup and BBQ sauce in a small bowl.
- When the meatloaf has cooked for 15 minutes, brush some of the glaze on the loaf. Note: You won’t use all of the glaze. Save the leftovers for serving.
- Air fry at 350F degrees for another 10 minutes. Meatloaf is done when an internal temperature reaches 160F degrees.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 5 minutes. Then slice and serve with leftover glaze.
Notes
- Please refer to my FAQ’s and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
- The only way to know when meat is truly cooked is to use a meat thermometer. Because some air fryers cook differently, it is best to always check the temperature to know when it is fully cooked (don’t just go by time). It should read 160F degree when ready.
- You do not need to preheat the air fryer.
- I prefer olive oil nonstick spray because it won’t gunk up the air fryer basket over time.
- This meat held together really well. I was able to scoop it out with a large spatula and it held together well.
- A lean meat is important here to reduce the amount of grease. I used 93% but I think you could even get away with 85%.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Meatloaf
Nutrition
Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1174mg | Potassium: 684mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 5mg
