Description
Skillet meatloaf brings back memories of family dinners with its classic comfort and hearty flavor. Packed with ground beef, herbs, and a tangy glaze, this dish delivers a satisfying meal that reminds you of home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 lb ground beef
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, chopped
Instructions
- Warm a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat (375°F) for even cooking.
- Blend 1 lb ground beef, ½ cup breadcrumbs, ¼ cup milk, ¼ cup ketchup, 1 chopped onion, 1 egg, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and ½ tsp dried thyme in a large mixing bowl.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are perfectly integrated.
- Mold the meat mixture into a compact, symmetrical loaf that fits snugly in your skillet.
- Carefully lower the meat loaf into the preheated skillet, ensuring it sits flat and centered.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes on the first side until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Gently flip the meatloaf using two spatulas to prevent breaking.
- Continue cooking for another 15-20 minutes until the surface turns deep brown.
- Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest section to confirm the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Remove the skillet from heat and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, which helps retain its juices.
- Slice the meatloaf into 1-inch thick portions and serve directly from the skillet.
Notes
- Cast iron skillets create the best crispy exterior and even cooking for meatloaf.
- Adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce deepens the meat’s rich flavor profile.
- Letting the meatloaf rest helps the juices redistribute, ensuring each slice stays moist and tender.
- Ground beef with 80/20 fat content provides the most balanced texture and flavor for this classic comfort dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Pan-Fried
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 279 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 556 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 89 mg