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This air fryer meatloaf is so juicy and cooks in a fraction of the time you’d take making it in the oven. Perhaps best of all, with minimal mess and prep, there’s barely any cleaning up to do after. What a win!

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This meatloaf recipe uses a mix of meat, seasonings, and a delicious topping.

Why Make Meatloaf in the Air Fryer?

Classic meatloaf is a weeknight staple for many households. This air fryer version makes it even quicker and easier to enjoy.

  • You can bake your air fryer meatloaf in about half the time it would otherwise take when compared to an oven recipe.
  • In this recipe, we allow the fat to drip away in the pan, so you don’t wind up with an overly greasy, fatty meatloaf.
  • We’ll be making two smaller meatloaves which are easier to handle (and more crispy edges!)
  • Cleaning up is an absolute breeze.
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Recipe Tips

  • Be careful not to overmix your meat, which will make it tough and chewy. Only mix your ingredients until it’s just combined.
  • Preheat your air fryer before adding the meatloaf to ensure that you get those crispy edges we all love.
  • Air fryers can vary in power and cooking time from one make and model to another. We highly recommend that you use an instant read meat thermometer to check your meatloaf’s internal temperature. Meatloaf is fully cooked at 165 F.
  • Always check your meatloaf early on to ensure that it doesn’t overcook. You can always cook it for more time if need be, but you can’t un-cook overcooked meat.
  • Rest your meatloaf before slicing into it. This helps it to maintain its structural integrity and keeps all the flavorsome juices inside the meatloaf, not spilling out onto your chopping board. This way, your meatloaf won’t fall apart, and it stays moist and tender.
  • Keep your meatloaf leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator. The meatloaf will keep for up to four days. You can reheat it in the air fryer or in your microwave.
A close up image of air fryer meatloaf slices.#airfryermeatloaf #recipe #recipe #easy #airfryer #best #groundbeef

Ingredients ( Notes)

  • Meat: The meat for this meatloaf is ground beef. We’re using 80/20 lean ground beef for the best balance of flavor and texture. You can also use a combination of ground beef with turkey or pork. We love ground beef for meatloaf because it has the best flavor for this type of recipe. A combination of lean beef and pork is often used to make the meatloaf even more tender and juicy, but you should be aware that pork is a fattier meat than lean beef. This will increase the fat content of your meatloaf. It might not be by much, but it’s worth keeping in mind.
  • Vegetables: We’re using parsley and garlic for a classic aromatic, flavorsome complement to the meat.
  • For a binder, we’re using breadcrumbs with milk and egg, with some parmesan cheese, onion soup mix and Italian seasoning for that extra flavor factor. The milk and egg will really help the meatloaf to stay moist and tender, and will keep the meatloaf together after cooking when you slice into it. Just be sure to let it rest a couple of minutes before carving it up, or it might fall apart instead of forming beautiful, firm slices.
Ingredients for air fryer meatloaf

How To Make Air Fryer Meatloaf

Air fryer meatloaf is a really quick and easy weeknight dinner. It’s a great way to quickly and easily put a meal on your table. All you need to do is follow these easy, breezy steps.

Before cooking, be sure to preheat your air fryer to 350 F. Air fryers don’t take as long as ovens to reach cooking temperature, so some people don’t preheat their air fryer. You don’t always need to do this, but for this recipe we recommend it. That’s because everybody loves meatloaf with crispy edges! Placing your meatloaf in an air fryer that is already hot gets you those lovely crispy edges. This effect is diminished if you place the meatloaf in an air fryer that is still heating up.

A collage shows how to make meatloaf in air fryer
  • First, mix your meatloaf ingredients together, shaping them into two evenly sized loaves. You want your meatloaves to be about the same size, as close as you can reasonably get. This allows them to cook in about the same amount of time at the same rate.
A collage image shows how to cook meatloaf in air fryer
  • Place your meatloaves in the air fryer basket, brush with oil and cook for about twenty minutes.
  • Add your topping and return the meatloaf to the air fryer to cook for another ten to fifteen minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 165 F.
  • Finally, remove your meatloaves from the air fryer, allowing them to rest for about fives minutes before you serve it. This allows all the juices to settle into the meatloaf, guaranteeing you juicy, tender meatloaf every time.
A close up image of two air fryer meatloaves in the air fryer basket

Storage and Reheat

Allow your meatloaf to cool completely, place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for 4 days, but it is best consumed within 2 days. You can also store leftovers in the freezer for 3-4 months. Be sure to store it in a freezer safe container and label the date.

Air fryer meatloaf is served with mashed potatoes and green beans

Reheating Air Fryer Meatloaf

You can use air fryer, microwave or oven. Read how to to reheat any meatloaf here. We highly recommend to reheat it in the air fryer or oven at 350°F |175°C| until heated through. The timing will vary depending on the size and thickness of your meatloaf slices.

Sliced meatloaf on the oval white platter with green beans

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Air Fryer Meatloaf

This air fryer meatloaf is so juicy and cooks in a fraction of the time you’d take making it in the oven. Perhaps best of all, with minimal mess and prep, there’s barely any cleaning up to do after.
Author: chefjar
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 335kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 70-80% lean ground beef
  • ½ packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix
  • ⅓ cup Italian bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for brushing

For the Topping

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Equipment

  • Instant Vortex Air Fryer

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350°F |176°C.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine all the meatloaf ingredients: ground beef, onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions and shape into two meatloaves, about 5-inch long and 2 inch wide. Place them in the air fryer and brush with oil.
  • Air fry at 350°F |176°C for 20 minutes. If the loaves are getting too brown, place foil over the tops.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup and brown sugar.
  • After 20 minutes of cooking, add the topping and continue air frying at 350°F |176°C for 9-10 minutes. Check for doneness, using an instant read thermometer. If the internal temperature does not reach 160°F| 71°C, continue to cook at 5-minute intervals.
  • Allow to rest in the basket for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Be careful not to overmix your meat, which will make it tough and chewy. Only mix your ingredients until it’s just combined.
Preheat your air fryer before adding the meatloaf to ensure that you get those crispy edges we all love.
Air fryers can vary in power and cooking time from one make and model to another. We highly recommend that you use an instant read meat thermometer to check your meatloaf’s internal temperature. Meatloaf is fully cooked at 165 F. 
Always check your meatloaf early on to ensure that it doesn’t overcook. You can always cook it for more time if need be, but you can’t un-cook overcooked meat.
Always rest your meatloaf before slicing into it. This helps it to maintain its structural integrity and keeps all the flavorsome juices inside the meatloaf, not spilling out onto your chopping board. This way, your meatloaf won’t fall apart, and it stays moist and tender.
Keep your meatloaf leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator. The meatloaf will keep for up to four days. You can reheat it in the air fryer or in your microwave. 

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g
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  1. Ashley says

    November 23, 2022 at 11:58 am

    5 stars
    Easy, quick and good.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      November 23, 2022 at 12:10 pm

      Thank you for your feedback Ashley!

      Reply
  2. Izzy says

    November 30, 2022 at 4:33 pm

    5 stars
    Seriously, the best!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 04, 2022 at 6:21 pm

      Thank you, Izzy!

      Reply
  3. Julie says

    December 01, 2022 at 10:40 pm

    5 stars
    Easy, delicious and quick recipe.

    Reply
  4. Lacie says

    December 02, 2022 at 8:57 pm

    5 stars
    I've made this several times and it's AMAZING!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 03, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      Thank you Lacie!

      Reply
  5. Arya says

    December 05, 2022 at 9:27 pm

    5 stars
    This was amazingly simple to make and the result was truly delicious! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 06, 2022 at 5:16 am

      Hey, Arya! I am glad you enjoyed this air fryer meatloaf and thank you for sharing your experience!

      Reply
  6. Brianne says

    December 06, 2022 at 6:43 pm

    5 stars
    I needed a quick meal and this was a huge hit in my family. Great flavor!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 07, 2022 at 3:33 am

      Yay!! That’s so great to hear. Thank YOU!

      Reply
  7. Harley says

    December 14, 2022 at 11:06 pm

    5 stars
    This meatloaf turned out wonderful!! We loved it!!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:23 am

      Thanks so much for the great review!❤️ Glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  8. Michaela says

    December 15, 2022 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    Very moist and delicious! We really enjoyed this meatloaf. Easy to put all ingredients together. Will make it again!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:18 am

      That makes me so happy to hear Michaela, thanks so much for the great comments!😀

      Reply
  9. Kathryn says

    December 16, 2022 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    My family really enjoyed it and the next day it was even better. Will definitely make again.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:10 am

      Thanks so much for the great comments and for taking the time to leave a review Kathryn!I appreciate your support!💖

      Reply
  10. Milena says

    December 20, 2022 at 11:55 pm

    5 stars
    The meatloaf came out so flavorful and juicy! Will be making this one again!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 21, 2022 at 7:42 am

      Yayyy! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  11. Rach says

    December 21, 2022 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    Very nice meal. Simple and easy to make. We enjoyed it a lot and will definitely have it again!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 22, 2022 at 7:28 am

      Thank you, Rach! I am glad you liked this recipe)).

      Reply
  12. Irene says

    December 25, 2022 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    There are three of us in this household and we all loved it! Absolute goodness! This will be on our rotations for sure.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 8:10 am

      Thank you, Irene!

      Reply
  13. Karol Santos says

    December 25, 2022 at 7:12 pm

    5 stars
    Made it EXACTLY as directed. Turned out fantastic with enough for several leftover lunches. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 26, 2022 at 7:57 am

      Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  14. Juan says

    December 26, 2022 at 11:47 pm

    5 stars
    It was very easy to prepare. Quickly became a favorite meal at my house! Definitely something I will make again.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 8:05 am

      Thank you, Juan!

      Reply
  15. Maritina says

    December 27, 2022 at 10:52 pm

    5 stars
    My husband and I really enjoyed this dish! Thanks for a wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 8:00 am

      Thank you, Maritina!

      Reply
  16. Lorena says

    December 28, 2022 at 10:02 pm

    5 stars
    Easy and very tasty. Will definitely make again.

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 29, 2022 at 8:04 am

      Thank you Lorena!

      Reply
  17. Makiah says

    December 30, 2022 at 12:02 am

    5 stars
    I made this recipe and it was a hit! Everyone loved it!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 31, 2022 at 8:38 am

      Thank you Makiah! I am glad you liked the recipe.

      Reply
  18. Luana says

    January 02, 2023 at 10:41 pm

    5 stars
    Very flavorful, moist and satisfying. Everyone had seconds!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 05, 2023 at 7:30 am

      Hey, Luana! I am glad you liked the recipe and thank you for sharing your experience!

      Reply
  19. Kelsey says

    January 05, 2023 at 10:38 pm

    5 stars
    This was a very quick and easy meal. Definitely a keeper!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 08, 2023 at 5:25 pm

      Hey, Kelsey! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked this recipe!

      Reply
  20. Annelie says

    January 07, 2023 at 6:14 pm

    5 stars
    Very easy to make and my whole family loved it. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 08, 2023 at 5:15 pm

      Hey, Annelie! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you like this air fryer meatloaf like we do!

      Reply
  21. Maripili says

    January 08, 2023 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Came out great. I definitely plan on making this again soon!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 10, 2023 at 12:19 pm

      Thank you, Maripili!

      Reply
  22. Mitchie says

    January 09, 2023 at 11:03 pm

    5 stars
    This was by far the best meatloaf recipe!! Thoroughly enjoyed this dish! I received plenty of compliments. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 10, 2023 at 12:15 pm

      Thank you, Mitchie!

      Reply

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