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Savory BBQ Meatloaf Recipe Easy Juicy Tender Perfection Guide

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This BBQ meatloaf recipe delivers juicy, tender perfection with smoky, tangy BBQ flavors woven throughout. It’s quick, easy, and a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) BBQ sauce, divided
  • 3/4 cup (75 grams) breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) milk
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon (2 grams) smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Set the rack in the middle position.
  2. Finely chop one small yellow onion and mince two garlic cloves.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and optional parsley.
  4. Mix gently with hands or a spoon until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in 1/2 cup (120 ml) of BBQ sauce into the meat mixture.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a 9×5 inch loaf pan and shape evenly. Smooth the top gently.
  7. Spread the remaining 1/4 cup (60 ml) BBQ sauce evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads 160°F (71°C).
  9. If browning too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking.
  10. Remove from oven and loosely tent with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to avoid a dense texture. Use ground beef with 20% fat for juiciness. Rest the meatloaf after baking to lock in juices and make slicing easier. Tent with foil if browning too fast. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs. Milk can be replaced with unsweetened almond or oat milk. Ground turkey can be used for a leaner version but may be less juicy. Use a thermometer to ensure doneness at 160°F (71°C).

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