Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy BBQ Meatloaf Recipe. Perfectly seasoned with smoky spices and drizzled with a sweet BBQ sauce glaze, this meatloaf is a crowd-pleaser for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion craving hearty flavors. This simple yet delicious dish is beginner-friendly, allowing cooks of all skill levels to impress their guests. Whether served hot or cold, it’s versatile enough to pair beautifully with various sides like creamy mashed potatoes or fresh salads. Plus, it makes excellent leftovers for busy weekdays. Experience the mouthwatering delight of homemade BBQ meatloaf that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2/3 cup thick BBQ sauce
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoon unsalted liquid smoke
- 1 small yellow onion, finely minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed sheet pan with nonstick foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, salt, chili powder, black pepper, ground cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add milk, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke; mix well.
- Incorporate ground beef and minced onion until just combined. Shape into a loaf on the prepared pan.
- Pour half of the BBQ sauce over the meatloaf and bake for 35 minutes. Add remaining sauce and bake for an additional 25 minutes.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg