Crunchy Onion Meatloaf

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Crunchy Onion Meatloaf recipe, a mouthwatering twist on a classic family favorite. Featuring a perfectly seasoned blend of juicy ground beef, finely chopped onion, panko breadcrumbs, and rich Worcestershire sauce, this meatloaf is baked to tender perfection. The secret ingredient? A generous topping of crispy fried onions, which add an irresistible crunch to every bite. Topped with a glossy ketchup glaze and baked until golden brown, this recipe is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in an hour, this hearty dish serves six and pairs beautifully with crowd-pleasing sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this crunchy onion meatloaf is sure to be a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 items Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
• 0.25 cup Ketchup (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan lightly with cooking spray or oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, panko breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Use clean hands or a wooden spoon to thoroughly mix the ingredients until just combined.

Step 3

Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared loaf pan and gently press it into an even layer, being careful not to pack it too tightly.

Step 4

Spread 1/4 cup of ketchup evenly across the top of the meatloaf for a glossy glaze.

Step 5

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Step 6

After 50 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and sprinkle the fried onions evenly across the top of the glaze.

Step 7

Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1660.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3999.7

Total Fat 278.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 656.9mg	0%
Sodium 5645.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 68.6g
Protein 162.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 490.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3504.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 21.1%