Slow Cooked Meatloaf and Potatoes

Tender, flavorful, and effortlessly hearty, this Slow Cooked Meatloaf and Potatoes recipe combines all-American comfort food with the convenience of a crockpot. Perfectly seasoned ground beef, blended with breadcrumbs, milk, and classic seasonings like Worcestershire sauce and ketchup, is sculpted into a moist, juicy meatloaf wrapped in foil to retain its shape and flavor. Beneath it, a bed of paprika-dusted Yukon gold or red potatoes cook to tender perfection, absorbing savory juices as they simmer together. With a mere 20 minutes of prep time, this one-pot meal delivers a satisfying dinner for the whole family after slow cooking to perfection. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra touch of flavor and serve for a stress-free, crowd-pleasing weeknight meal. Keywords: slow cooked meatloaf, crockpot meatloaf and potatoes, easy comfort food recipes, one pot meals, hearty family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 pounds Potatoes (Yukon gold or red potatoes), quartered
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, diced onion, minced garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using clean hands or a spatula until evenly combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a sheet of aluminum foil. Wrap the meatloaf tightly in the foil, leaving room at the top for air circulation.

Step 3

Prepare the potatoes by placing them in a large bowl. Toss the quartered potatoes with olive oil, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 4

In the bottom of a slow cooker, spread the seasoned potatoes in an even layer.

Step 5

Place the foil-wrapped meatloaf on top of the potatoes, ensuring it does not touch the sides of the slow cooker to allow for even cooking.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully remove the meatloaf from the slow cooker and unwrap the foil. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

Serve slices of meatloaf alongside the potatoes, garnishing with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2076.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3670.0

Total Fat 214.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1014.3mg	0%
Sodium 7889.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 195.9g	0%

Vitamin D 138.2IU	0%
Calcium 358.7mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 5549.4mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 26.7%