Instant Pot Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes is a complete meal that’s prepped and cooked in minutes in your pressure cooker!
I’ve taken my Classic Meatloaf Recipe and Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes and combined the two for an irresistible supper made in a fraction of the time!
Instant Pot Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes combines two classic comfort foods into one super quick and easy meal. Get dinner on the table in a hurry with this easy recipe!
Instant Pot Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
You guys, I’m kind of freaking out about how much I’m in love with this recipe! If you haven’t taken the Instant Pot plunge, do it now. This machine is such a time saver in the kitchen. I whipped up this tender meatloaf, fluffy mashed potatoes and even steamed Brussels sprouts in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients for Instant Pot Meatloaf
The first thing you’ll want to do is whip up your super flavorful meatloaf.
I used some honey bbq sauce to give this meatloaf some extra zip and sweetness. It’s a game changer for sure. Even my pickiest eater asked for seconds of the meatloaf!!
Here’s a basic list of the ingredients you’ll need to make meatloaf in the instant pot. As always, you can find the full list of ingredients in the printable recipe card below.
- Ground Beef – use a lean ground beef to avoid any excess fat
- Breadcrumbs – Italian seasoned breadcrumbs add extra flavor
- Eggs – used to help bind the meatloaf
- Diced Onion – use onion powder if you don’t like the added texture
- Garlic Powder
- Dried Parsley
- Salt and Pepper
- BBQ Sauce – my secret ingredient to making extra flavorful meatloaf!
How To Make Multiple Things In The Instant Pot at the Same Time
The trick with this super easy recipe is to layer everything.
Start by layering your cut up (raw) potatoes and placing them on the bottom of your pressure cooker in an even layer.
I’m using Yukon Gold Potatoes here because you don’t have to peel the thin skins off, making prep time faster!
Most pressure cookers will come with a steamer rack that you can lay on top of the potatoes for a steady platform for your meatloaf.
Lay this rack on top of the potatoes, adjusting any potatoes that are sticking up and preventing an even surface.
Tips and Tricks For Pressure Cooker Meatloaf
Create a foil pocket that’s small enough to fit into your instant pot and place your shaped meatloaf inside.
- You don’t have to use foil, you could also use a small meatloaf pan that fits inside your pressure cooker.
- Keep in mind that there will be fat and juices that run off of the meatloaf and you want enough room around the meatloaf for it to catch and not run into the potatoes.
- Carefully remove the meatloaf and drain any fat and juices and then brush the top with the meatloaf glaze and finish in the oven.
What To Serve with Meatloaf?
I tried to add some Brussels Sprouts to the instant pot (pictured above), but because Brussels Sprouts take only a few minutes to cook in the pressure cooker, the texture that resulted from being in there too long was less than desirable.
My kids still ate them though!
I think if you’re going to try and cook some sort of vegetable alongside the meatloaf and mashed potatoes you’ll want a thick cut carrot.
Here are some more of our favorite vegetable side dishes to serve with meatloaf…
- Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
- Sweet and Spicy Green Beans
- Easy Creamed Spinach
- Sautéed Zucchini
Easy Meatloaf Glaze Recipe
Once the meatloaf is cooked, you’ll carefully pull it out (lifting the rack out makes this part easy).
Brush on the simple glaze (made of brown sugar, ketchup and a little yellow mustard) and pop it under the broiler for a few minutes till it is nice and bubbly and slightly caramelized.
Finishing Mashed Potatoes In The Instant Pot
Meanwhile, add a few simple ingredients to your perfectly cooked potatoes and mash them right in the instant pot!
- Taste and season the potatoes how you would like
- Serve alongside the perfectly cooked meatloaf and enjoy!
You guys, let’s talk about how many dishes we saved in this one meal! So genius!
Customize Your Meatloaf!
Ready to jazz up your classic meatloaf and make it your own? Get creative or try these tasty additions!
- Add a 1/3 cup of shredded parmesan cheese to the mix
- Chop up 1/2 cup of mushrooms and add to the meat mixture
- Substitute ground turkey for the ground beef
- Mix in 1/2 cup finely chopped apples for a sweet surprise
Can I Double This Recipe?
I’ve been asked this question A LOT!
Since this recipe is originally tested in an 8 quart and also approved for a 6 quart, I’m going to say NO. I do not feel there will be enough room in the pot to accommodate the extra ingredients.
Can I Halve This Recipe?
Yes, you can halve this recipe! Here’s what you need to know…
- Use the scale feature in the recipe card to adjust the quantities needed in the meatloaf and potatoes.
- You will still need at least 1 cup of chicken broth in the potatoes to allow the instant pot to gain enough pressure.
- After the potatoes have cooked, strain off about half the liquid and continue with the recipe.
- The cook time should remain the same.
What Temperature Should Meatloaf Be?
The meatloaf should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160 degrees F.
Keep in mind that you’ll finish the meatloaf under the broiler, where it will still increase in temperature, but only by about 5 to 10 degrees.
*If your meatloaf is not to at least 155 degrees F. after the initial 20 minutes in the pressure cooker (use an instant read thermometer to check), place the lid back on and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Either way you dress it up, this Instant Pot Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes will seriously rock your world!
Instant Pot Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
For the Meatloaf:
- 2 lb. ground beef, I used a lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup honey bbq sauce
For the Meatloaf Topping:
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp mustard
- 1/3 cup ketchup
For the potatoes:
- 3 lbs. yellow potatoes, washed and quartered
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Start by laying the quartered potatoes in the bottom of your pressure cooker in an even layer. Pour the chicken broth over the top. Lay the rack that comes with your pressure cooker over the top so it lays flat.
- Combine the ingredients for the meatloaf (minus the topping) in a large bowl until fully combined. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place on a piece of tinfoil. Shape the tinfoil up and around the edges of the meatloaf, creating a pocket for it. Place the meatloaf on top of the rack in the pressure cooker and secure lid.
- Ensure that the steam release is closed and turn pressure cooker to Manual mode for 20 to 25 minutes*. Once finished cooking, use the quick release method to let the steam escape. Check meatloaf for internal temperature of 155 degrees F.
- Carefully lift the meatloaf out of the pressure cooker and place on a baking sheet. Mix the ingredients for the topping and brush all over the meatloaf. Place meatloaf under the broiler for just 3 to 4 minutes, until the top is bubbly and caramelized.
- Meanwhile add the remaining ingredients (half and half, butter, sour cream, garlic powder, salt and pepper) to the instant pot and mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the meatloaf in slices with the mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
Some people are finding that 20 minutes is not enough time to fully cook their meatloaf. I use an 8 quart Instant Pot for this recipe and 20 minutes works great. If your meatloaf still hasn't reached 155 degrees F in the pressure cooker, cover and cook an additional 5 minutes at high pressure. Once it's cooked through finish with the topping and broil.
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Anne
Did you use low or high manual setting? I keep seeing recipes for manual setting but they don’t say if they used low or high.
Shawn
I would use High pressure on this one!
Beth davis
Could i make this in a loaf pan instead of in foil? Do I need more time if I do?
Shawn
If you can fit a loaf pan in your IP, then I think that would work! I’m not sure if it would add more time…maybe give it an extra 5 minutes and see where it’s at?
Kathleen Mangers
I made this last night and it was amazing! Even tho it took me forever to prep (I have issues standing for a period of time), also I have the 6qt IP. I apparently did not read that you had an 8 qt lol oops. The meatloaf fit, but had to turbo boil more potatoes lol and that was cutting all the addins in half. (PS butter was on the ingredient list that I printed out 🙂 )….if anyone fine tunes the mashed ingredients for the 6 qt…..would be awesome. Regardless….definitely will make this again will try tweaking it at that point lol
Linda
Hi. I live alone, follow a calorie controlled food plan and have a new DUO MINI. I decided to cut the ingredients in this recipe by half (mostly). I still used the full cup of broth because I wasn’t paying attention and was repaid with very mushy potatoes and carrots which I mashed together and were still edible (barely, lol). I felt there was too much meatloaf for my Instant Pot so I froze half of it raw for another day, along with half the cooked veggies. Due to my calorie watching I omitted the dairy in the vegetables and I brushed about a tablespoon and a half of BBQ sauce in place of the topping. Next time I will make 1/3 of this recipe and use 160mL broth or the minimum required for my Instant Pot, you know, an amount appropriate to the amount of vegetables and perhaps I’ll add some rutabaga. I am happy to have found a good one pot meal that (in my experience) can’t be messed up. Thank you for sharing. 😀
Martha
I am making this tonight with 1 lb ground beef and 1lb meatloaf mix
hope it turns out well! Maybe I should do 35 min just to be safe…
I did get an instant read thermometer
Can’t wait to try it!
Jim Bennett
How did your meatloaf turn out? I’m going to use only 1 lb. of ground beef also and was wondering if the cook time would change.
Kim
I made this and everyone loved it. I sautéed the onions with 2 cloves of garlic (as I always do with meatloaf) prior to adding it. I also added some smoked paprika, tarragon and nutritious yeast seasoning to the meat mixture. Added a salad and the dinner was a hit!
Barbara C. Hardison
I made this meatloaff and potatoes over the weekend. I will tell you it was the best tasting meatload I have ever made. I don’t make them often because Meatloaf if not one of my favorite things to eat, but alas….my husband loves them. My problem with this meatloaf was that it falls apart….does not slice well. What did I do wrong?
Shawn
I’m not sure why your meatloaf did not cut well? Maybe next time add a little more breadcrumbs to thicken the meat mixture?
Michelle
What can I use instead of eggs?
Shawn
Hi Michelle, you can try omitting the eggs and increasing the breadcrumbs an additional 2 to 3 tablespoons.
Jen O
Just made it and it smells terrific. I have a 6 quart Instant Pot and put it on high pressure for 25 minutes. The potatoes are fine, but the meatloaf needs 20 more minutes in the oven.
Barb
I have made the same oven baked meatloaf for years which all the family has enjoyed. I decided to try this recipe and it was delicious. I used lean ground beef and set the timer for 30 minutes. The internal temperature was 160* ..perfect! Will definitely make this again!
Sharon Ferrel
I have the 8 at. Pot. Can I just use a metal meatloaf pan rather than foil if it fits?
Shawn
Sure!
Nick
Made this tonight. Tasted great but the meat wasn’t done in the middle (still visibly pink) so I cut it in half horizontally and separated it and broiled it for a bit to finish it. Next time I’m thinking 25 minutes and then 10 minutes natural release.
Tanya lauritzen
Thank you very delicious simple and quick
I made honey carrots to go with this recipe for some sweet & color …. yummy ❤️
Debbie
Are these plain bread crumbs or Italian style? Thanks!
Shawn
Either one will work!
Debbie
Thank you! Which do you like best?
Darlene Prescott
I just tried this recipe tonight. My 3 year old daughter and I loved it! My husband liked it except for the onions, he likes them really cooked down. I had a few changes due to what I had in the house. I used half ground beef and half ground buffalo. I didn’t have honey bbq, so I used the siracha bbq and added honey. Also no brown sugar, so I used coconut sugar. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe.
Kim
Would a Cuisinart pressure cooker be the same.
Bonnie Matthews
Yes.. It just has less buttons to push. There is a FB page dedicated to it also.
connie perkins
Is it possible to make this with one lb of ground beef?
Shawn
Yes, but you’ll want to reduce the cook time slightly, as the smaller amount of beef will cook faster. Reduce the amount of potatoes by half as well, but keep the same amount of chicken broth in there. You’ll have to adjust the amount of half and half you use so you’re not making your potatoes too runny. Hope this helps!
Lynda
Don’t you also put butter in the mashed potatoes? I thought it was in the video but I don’t see it on ingredients list. Thanks!
Shawn
You’re right Lynda! I did forget to put the butter in the written instructions! I’ve updated it now so you’re good to go! 🙂 Thank you!
Leigh
I made this tonight. It was so good! So easy since it’s made all in one pot. Definitely will be making this again. Thanks for sharing!
Sharon
Hi Shawn,
Is there anyway this could be done in a crock pot?
JOhn Clarke
I just made it last night- but substituted in half ground turkey for half the ground beef, and got 85% lean for both. Looks like you used leaner ground beef. Anyway mine was a little “too moist”- not as firm as oven meatloaf. Maybe it was my changes?
Ron
Do you think this recipe can be halved? Would leftovers freeze well?
Linda thomas
I’m a little behind the times. Is my new Cuisinart pressure cooker a Smart Pot?
Bonnie
Yes. It just has less buttons to push. There is FB page for it too.
Kristen
Could I half the recipe? If so, how would that affect the cooking time? Thanks!
Jessica
I was so excited to try this in my instant pot and I wanted it to work so much but I guess I have bad luck. 30 minutes after the first initial 20 minutes and I’m throwing my meatloaf into the instant pot again, still uncooked in the middle. I followed everything to a T, precisely as it’s listed above. I don’t know why the meatloaf didn’t work out for me.
Brooke
Same here. Mine came out in a giant cube – even though I swear I formed it into a rectangle!
Ryan
Same experience as above – meatloaf un(der)cooked in middle. Took 20 extra minutes in oven at 350 to get internal temp to 165. Tasted good once it was ready.
Shawn
If your pressure cooker is smaller it could take a little longer to cook the meatloaf. I use the 8 quart size Instant Pot. Also, 165 degrees is the temperature needed for chicken, you can cook hamburger to 160 degrees internally and it will be perfect. Hope this helps!
Helen
Same here
Rachel H.
Oh man, this makes me want a pressure cooker SO BADLY!!! Mom used one a lot when we were growing up, which I think was essential to her sanity with a family of SIX to look after single-handedly. I know what I’m asking for for my birthday this year and this will be the first thing I make!!
I like all the suggestions for the different addins for the meatloaf – – variety is the spice of life! And to keep it interesting you could also swap out the potatoes for sweet potatoes if you’re swapping your ground beef for ground turkey. Add sage Into the meatloaf seasonings and it’ll feel like Thanksgiving had a makeover….a fast and easy makeover! Or swap in red skin potatoes and garlic and toss some green peppers and red onions into the meatloaf for another unique spin.
So many ways to make it fresh & interesting while sticking to a family friendly budget….the family won’t eben mind having meatloaf once a week if you keep them constantly guessing about what’s going to hit their plates!!
Shawn
The possibilities are endless!! Hope you can get a pressure cooker soon!
json formatter
Holy yummm. My mouth is watering
Noelle
This looks so yummy, flavorful, and filling! I don’t have a rack for my Instant Pot though. Can I just skip it or should I buy one?
helen walsh
Does the steam collected under the lid water down the meatloaf?
Shawn
Nope!
Ikona
I made this tonite and it was the best meatloaf that I have had in a long time.
Shawn
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Clare h
Did you drain the potatoes prior to mashing?
Shawn
Nope!
Obat Kencing Nanah
hmm, yammy
Diane Stewart
Shawn – I took the Instant Pot plunge and am so excited to try it. Thanks for this recipe. Any other suggestions for great eating using this time saver? The recipe booklet that came with it was less than desirable.
pamela
hi I see u have brussel sprouts with the meal do u have the recipe for them my husband love those things and I have a power pressuer cooker xl what setting would I use on mine I would love to make this recipe thank you for posting this I am going to try it
Shawn
Hi Pamela, So the thing with the Brussels Sprouts is that they didn’t turn out with the best texture because they cooked the same amount of time as the meatloaf and potatoes, which is why I didn’t include it with the recipe. If you’re wanting to give Brussels Sprouts a try in the pressure cooker, start at just 3 minutes (alone, not with the meatloaf). My suggestion for you though, is to give my Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts a try instead, as these have the best consistency. 🙂
Rebecca
I cooked potatoes and meatloaf as suggested 20 minutes then released pressure and added brussel sprouts ( cut in half ) and set manual 5 more minutes , released pressure again and all was perfect
Shawn
That sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Ashley
Would it be the same time in a 5qt?