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Air Fryer Meatloaf Recipe

This quick and easy meatloaf recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and 30 to cook. It is one of the best meatloaf recipes ever, as it makes a loaf crisp on the outside and moist in the center.
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 201kcal
Author Mihaela

Equipment

Ingredients

For the meatloaf:

  • 1 1/2 lbs (680g) lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (15g) parsley finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup (18g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup (25g) parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/3 cup (37g) Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3-4 garlic cloves pressed
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • Sea salt and ground pepper to taste

For the glaze:

  • 1/4 cup (60ml) ketchup
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) sriracha sauce
  • 2 tsp honey

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add all the ingredients for the meatloaf. Thoroughly stir to combine, then transfer the meat mixture to a clean working surface.
  • Use your wet hands to shape the meat mixture into a loaf that fits the Air Fryer basket diagonally.
  • Place the meatloaf into the basket diagonally.
  • Air fry at 350°F/175°C for 28-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the ingredients for the glaze.
  • When the meatloaf has about 2 minutes left to cook, brush it with the glaze.
  • Once the meatloaf is done, allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

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Notes

  • Make sure to shape your meatloaf as evenly as possible to ensure it cooks evenly.
  • The loaf should be cooked to 160°F on an instant-read thermometer. 
  • For the crispiest exterior, flip the meatloaf halfway through the cooking time.
  • Do not make more meat mixture than called for in this homemade meatloaf recipe. If you do, the meat loaf will get burnt on the outside and remain uncooked on the inside. 
  • The glaze only needs to cook in the air fryer for 2 minutes, so do not put it on too early, or it may burn. 
  • To freeze the meatloaf, let it cool fully, then slice it and freeze the slices. You can reheat the slices and add the glaze just before serving. 

Nutrition

Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 411mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 3mg