Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons ketchup or tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chopped herbs like parsley or thyme for extra flavor
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Fold in fresh herbs if desired.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf that fits your air fryer basket or place in a small compatible loaf pan, ensuring even shape for uniform cooking and crispiness.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Preheating ensures even cooking and crispy crust formation.
- Place the shaped meatloaf into the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef or 165°F (74°C) for turkey. For extra crispiness, increase temperature to 400°F in the last 5 minutes.
- Remove the meatloaf from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve with sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or salad.
Notes
- For leaner meatloaf, use lean ground beef or turkey to reduce excess grease.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender and moist.
- Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Brush the meatloaf with additional ketchup or barbecue sauce during the last 5 minutes for a more flavorful crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb, Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
