This Slow Cooker Meatloaf is tender, juicy, and topped with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze. An easy, no-fuss dinner that lets your slow cooker do all the work.

 

Meatloaf is perfect for busy weeknights or for an easy Sunday supper. It's is like Pot Roast, it's a classic main dish that goes well with so many sides. Pair it with your favorite Roasted Garlic Red Mashed Potatoes, big salad, Roasted Butternut Squash, or other vegetables. Options are endless when making a Meatloaf in the Slow Cooker!

Why You'll Love Crock Pot Meatloaf

You get that same tender texture and rich flavor you love from traditional meatloaf, without actually turning on the oven for hours.

Any time the Crock Pot can do the work for you, it means you can get more done during the day, while dinner is still cooking away! It's a great way to make a family-friendly, affordable meal. This Slow Cooker recipe is picky-eater-approved! 

• Brown sugar: Either dark or light.
• Step 1: Start by making the glaze. Add ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and hot sauce to a small bowl. Stir to combine. 
• Step 2: In a separate large mixing bowl, add ground beef, diced onion, garlic, stuffing mix, milk, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, salt, pepper, and some of the ketchup glaze. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Step 3: Lay out two pieces of aluminum foil so they overlap each other. Dump the eatloaf mixture onto foil from the large bowl. Use hands to shape the mixture into an oval shape.
• Step 4: Transfer the meatloaf and foil into the Slow Cooker.
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• Condiments: Ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
• Ground beef: I used 80/20, I like using the 80/20 beef because little fat keeps the meatloaf juicy and flavorful. If you use lean beef (90/10 or higher), add a tablespoon of olive oil or a bit more milk for moisture.
• Onion: White or yellow onion.
• Garlic cloves: Freshly minced is always recommended.
• Stuffing mix: I use stovetop stuffing, any flavor will work.
• Milk: Whole milk or 2%.
• Eggs: Large