This Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf recipe is made with just four simple ingredients. The secret? We’re taking a shortcut by using Stove Top Stuffing to pack the meatloaf with incredible flavor, saving you both time and money.
This effortless meatloaf recipe will become a family favorite, combining savory, seasoned stuffing with tender meatloaf to create the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re pressed for time or just craving a homemade meal without the hassle, this Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf recipe is sure to hit the spot.
Easy Recipe for Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
If you love meatloaf, you have to try this recipe. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight. With only a few ingredients, you can create a yummy meatloaf that the whole family will enjoy. My kids love meatloaf, so I make this recipe once a week. Between work and school, this is a great dinner to throw together that I know will fill their bellies.
You will also love our traditional Mama’s Awesome Meatloaf and Mini Meatloaf Recipe. For even more tasty meatloaf recipes, try our Stuffed Meatloaf and Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf.
Why You’ll Love This Stovetop Meatloaf
- Only 4 ingredients. This meatloaf recipe only requires 4 simple ingredients.
- Budget-friendly. The cost of this Stovetop meatloaf is incredibly low and affordable.
- Versatile recipe. You can easily customize this recipe and serve it with a wide variety of sides.
What You’ll Need
Below are the essential ingredients for this Stove Top stuffing meatloaf recipe. It’s the perfect shortcut recipe to save you time when you’re too busy to cook.
- Ketchup: I add ketchup to the meatloaf for sweetness and moisture. I spread it over the top before it bakes as well.
- Eggs: The eggs help bind the meatloaf so it holds its shape. They also add moisture.
- Stove-top stuffing mix: The stuffing mix works with the eggs to bind the ingredients together and adds tons of flavor.
- Ground beef: I use 85% lean ground beef for the perfect amount of fat so it doesn’t become greasy as it cooks.
How to Make Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
All you have to do is mix, shape, and bake this meatloaf. It’s so incredibly easy! Prep only takes about 10 minutes and then the oven does the rest of the work.
- Prep the oven and pan. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine eggs and water. Add the eggs and water to a large mixing bowl. Whisk the ingredients until they are well combined.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Combine the egg mixture with the stuffing mix, ground beef, and ¼ cup of ketchup. Ensure your hands are clean and then mix all of the ingredients until they are well incorporated.
- Shape it and add ketchup. Place the meatloaf mixture into the prepared baking dish and shape it into a loaf. Then, brush the remaining ketchup on top of the meatloaf.
- Bake. Put it into the oven and bake it for about 55 minutes.
- Cool and serve. Allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing it. Enjoy with your favorite side!
Tips for Success
- Don’t overmix the beef. Only mix the ingredients until they are well combined. If you overwork the meat, the meatloaf will become tough.
- Try adding pork or turkey. For a different flavor profile, replace half of the ground beef with ground pork, chicken or ground turkey.
- Pan. I prefer to shape the meatloaf mixture and place onto a baking sheet, but feel free to use loaf pans.
- Variations. Instead of ketchup, use bbq sauce. For a sweeter glaze, all 2 tablespoons brown sugar to the 1/4 cup ketchup before brushing it over the meatloaf.
- Additions. You can add chopped veggies like onions and bell pepper if you prefer.
Proper Storage
- Storing in the Fridge. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat a slice, microwave it for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through.
- Freezing. You can freeze it tightly wrapped for up to 4 months uncooked or up to 3 months cooked. Another option is to freeze individual slices. When ready to use, defrost the slices in the fridge overnight before baking.
Easy Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 ounce box Stove Top stuffing mix any flavor
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup ketchup divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13″ baking pan or dish with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and water together until well combined.
- Add the stuffing mix, ground beef, and 1/4 cup of ketchup. Use your hands to mix the ingredients together until well combined.
- Transfer the meat to the baking dish and shape the meat into a loaf.
- Brush the meatloaf evenly with the remaining 1/4 cup of ketchup.
- Bake at 350°F for 55 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes then slice and serve.
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What to Serve with Meatloaf
- Potatoes – Creamy Mashed Potatoes are the perfect accompaniment with meatloaf, but other potato side dishes work well, too. Try baked potatoes, scalloped potatoes, or even sweet potatoes.
- Veggies – Sauteed Green Beans, Glazed Carrots, and Crock Pot Creamed Corn are really delicious with this easy meatloaf.
- Salad – a tossed green salad and dressing pairs well with the meatloaf dinner.
- Bread – slide and serve some fresh bread with butter.
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186 comments on “Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf Recipe”
My go to recipe for comfort food. I add a grated onion to the recipe and 2 tblsp Worstershire sauce for extra flavor.
Thanks Terry!
Bbq sauce is better with the stovetop stuffing mix. I’ve been making this recipe but with bbq sauce (no ketchup) for the last 20 years everyone loves it! Friends and family always ask how to make it
5 stars,This is the most delicious meatloaf I have ever had!! Easy and fast to make as well! Loved it! Even my little dog was asking for some and he liked it to lol ❤️
Thanks Slc0208!
By far, this is my favourite meatloaf recipe I’ve tried! I doubled it as hubby and his dad asked if I could make them to go meals for their shifts on the road!!!!
So glad to hear this Alberta Steenburg Family! Thank you!
My go to meatloaf recipe! I do it exactly as instructed and comes out amazing every time.
Thank you Shawna!
Simple and yummy, all family members were satisfied!!
Thank you Sean!
Could you use a bread loaf pan to cook this? Seems weird to put in a 9 X 13 dish if you are shaping it into a loaf anyhow.
Hi Glenna. Yes, a loaf pan will work well.
Fantastic and easy recipe! The meatloaf turns out picture perfect and tastes so good! Thanks for this!
Thanks Sandi!
This is the best meatloaf I’ve ever had, HANDS DOWN! Even my picky husband loves it. Bonus!
Yay! Thanks Sandra!
My family loves this recipe. I cook it all day in crock pot on Low temp. Dinner waiting when we get home! Usually mix all ingredients, refrigerate mixture overnight, put in crock pot and brush with ketchup on top before leaving home in the morning,
Thank you Cheryl!
Very good recipe. My usual throw it together meatloaf has diced bell pepper and onion, but I wanted to try this first just as written before “tweaking.” We quite enjoyed the simplicity of this recipe. It is now my “go to” recipe which can be thrown together quickly. I’ve discovered that I prefer to use low sodium chicken Stove Top Stuffing for the most balanced flavour and more ketchup than called for. I don’t measure ketchup when it comes to meatloaf, though I do try to stick somewhat to what is added to the actual recipe itself. As for topping the meatloaf with ketchup before going into the oven, I go for a completely covered loaf. When ground beef is at a price where I don’t feel I need to mortgage the house, I will make 2-3 meatloafs at a time to freeze, leaving the ketchup off the outside until right before baking. I will defrost in the fridge overnight until soft, cover with ketchup and bake as usual. Even though there are just the two of us, to me the whole purpose of making meatloaf is for the leftovers to make meatloaf sandwiches!
I cook this all of the time. I won’t eat it any other way. It’s easy and delicious!
Thanks DJ!
only way to make meatloaf. It is wonderful,
Thank you Karen!
Love this recipe. I added diced onion and a can of diced tomatoes. Delicious!
Thanks John!
Can this be cooked in a crock pot?
Hi Beth. I haven’t tried that but you should be able to cook in the crockpot with no issues. I would line the crockpot with foil and then cook for 6 hours on low. Make sure the internal temp of the meatloaf reaches 160.
What temperature should the meat be?
Hi Patricia. The internal temperature should be 160°F when a thermometer is inserted into the center.
Love this recipe it’s just two of us, and I was able to half recipe easily. Worked great
Thanks Mary!
At the very top of this recipe it says one pound of ground beef but when you go to jump to recipe it says two pounds what’s that about
Sorry Deena. This recipe does use two pounds.