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!
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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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Venisa
this post very help me to make her, thank you for sharing
Stacey
Can the meatloaf be cooked in a glass or metal loaf pan instead of foil?
Amber
I’ve never made anything where I used the “warming” function after coooking, I just take it out. Do you think I could make it in my IP and leave it to warm for awhile?
Tammy
I am curious if this will work in a 3 quart Instant Pot? If so, should I still do it for 25 minutes? My first pot and this will be my first recipe. Thank you.
Shawn
I’m thinking you’ll want to half the recipe in order for it all to fit in the 3quart size. I would cook for 18 to 20 minutes and check for doneness.
Johanna
This was amazing! I just bought my first IP yesterday, and this was my very first try cooking with it. I saw others had trouble with the meatloaf falling apart, but I figured if that happens I’d just crumble it on top of the mashed potatoes and we’d eat it with a spoon. It held up perfectly for me! It’s hot and I didn’t want to turn the broiler on, so I skipped that and just left the topping uncaramalized. I only used one tbs mustard in the topping, I think the mustard would have been overpowering with 2. Other than that I didn’t make any changes. Everything was cooked perfectly after 25 minutes. My teenager who doesn’t like meatloaf ate every last bite on his plate. Both kids cleaned their plates. Thank you!!
Shawn
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe Johanna!
Christie
The meatloaf had a good flavor to it, but fell apart when I took it out of the instant pot. I was able to salvage it somewhat by scooping up the meat, re-forming it into a loaf-shaped baking dish, adding the glaze and baking it (then broiling it for a few minutes at the end.) It still didn’t quite hold its shape. I’m not sure meatloaf is the best thing for instant pot cooking.
The potatoes came out perfectly. I added all the potato ingredients to the food processor after pressure cooking, and it was creamy and yummy. Would definitely make mashed potatoes this way again.
Wilma Fletcher
Delightful! This recipe seems to be tasty. Gonna try this and share the reviews soon.
Marcie
Hello,
Is there anything else to use in place of tin foil?
Shawn
Some people have used silicone bread pans in place of the foil. Hope that helps!
Monica
I have a 6 qt IP, so my meatloaf was way too big. I took about third of it and put in the freezer for later for a small meal for two. I put the potatoes in the bottom, made my foil pouch, and put some baby carrots in another foil pouch and cooked it all for 27 minutes. Everything came out perfect. Nothing burned. The meatloaf was at about 170 degrees. I don’t think I had quite 3 lbs of potatoes in there so I should have used less half and half, so my mashed potatoes were on the creamy side. All and all it was a hit with the family.
Nina
I believe if the Brussels sprouts are left whole the cook time will be perfect.
Michele
Hi Marcie, you could also use a round cake pan that fits inside the Instant Pot – it doesn’t need to be a loaf pan, specifically. I’ve made this recipe a few times now and it’s delicious – potatoes are good and meatloaf is just right, too. This is now in my regular meal rotation
sue
curious, 25-35 mins for the potatoes as well?? I can’t help but think they would be mush, i did potatoes last week and it was 10 min??
Pat
Only 1 cup of broth? My instruction booklet says never to cook anything without 18 oz of liquid….There are a lot of things that I would like to cook if I didn’t need 18 oz of water. how much do you actually need?
Emily
I thought it was 8oz, at least for the 6qt. I usually use 8oz and everything turns out great!
sally
Do you cut back on the time if you are doing smaller portions. I’m thinking 1 lb beef and 2 servings of potatoes.
Shawn
That should work!
Hanna
Cool. This recipe seems to be awesome with taste and way of cooking. I will add to my cooking list and try at this weekend. Will be back with reviews and ideas soon.
harru
I have to admit, I was a little scared to try this recipe. Burned potatoes didn’t sound very appetizing. Thankfully, I gave it a shot. It came out perfect. I have an 8 quart, maybe that is why the potatoes didn’t burn and the meatloaf cooked completely through. I timed it for 23 minutes and did the quick release. I would definitely make this again. I have had a few failures in my instant pot. So thankful I found this yummy recipe.
Shawn
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it!
Michele
Why can’t I get th is recipe to print out?
Shawn
Make sure your computer allows a second tab to open for the printable version.
Michele
Ahhh, got it – thanks…looking forward to trying this in the instant pot!
Beth
Wow! I’ve made many versions of meatloaf, but this is my final keeper! The topping was the cherry on top! We usually have ketchup with any meatloaf……nothing needed with this recipe! Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Shawn
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed the recipe Beth!
T
You can put the sauce on the top and put it in the microwave to caramelize the topping also you can put it on steam for 2 min and quick release it will also caramelize the topping. No broiler or oven needed.
Shawn
Great tip! Thanks!
K Ann Guinn
Ooooo! I’m going to try that!
Norma
This looks delicious, but unfortunately I just keep getting the “Burn” notice on my Instant Pot. I followed instructions to a T. : (
Norma Brady
MY BAD! I forgot the ring in the lid. LOL. Delicious!
Donna
Your instructions are not very good. You don’t tell to mix all ingredients in a bowl together at the same time orany tips on how? You show a pic then u say put in pot… Also u don’t say what sauce u use and u show sauce on the meatloaf. U don’t even have the ingredients on this page so I have to go back to the other page for ingredients. It’s annoying makes me not want to use this.
Christopher Perry
It’s all answered at the bottom where the actual recipe is.
Cindy West
I don’t know what part of the page you’re looking at but everything you say isn’t there is clearly there. Specific step by step instructions with ALL ingredients listed for the meatloaf and the sauce as well.
Lee
Any chance there is nutrition information for this meal?
Mary Ann
Has anyone had a problem with the meatloaf being too loose? It falls apart even after cooling. Delicious but I can’t slice it.
JoAnn Klopack
Can you make this is a crock pot too and use the same receipe
Ethan
I hate these recipes calling for broilers and ovens. Argh! I don’t have a broiler or oven, that’s why I’m using an instant pot and looking for instant pot recipes. This is an instant pot, oven and broiler recipe!
Lisa Lawson
Personally, I never use the oven or broiler when I make this, and it turns out just fine. You should try it, just the IP part. We never have any left over. I also rarely even add the toppings, sometimes. yes, but most of the time, I do not.
Lisa
Personally, I never use the oven or broiler when I make this, and it turns out just fine. You should try it, just the IP part. We never have any left over. I also rarely even add the toppings, sometimes. yes, but most of the time, I do not.
T
You can put the sauce on the top and put it in the microwave to caramelize the topping also you can put it on steam for 2 min and quick release it will also caramelize the topping. No broiler or oven needed.
Vicki
Maybe I missed it, but the top of the recipe says “cook time 35 min” yet in the instructions it says “cook 25 min”. Can you calrify this for me please. Thanks!
Colleen
It most likely takes into account the time it takes for the cooker to release the pressure before you can open the lid. That’s usually about 10 minutes.
Emily
It takes about 10 minutes to come to pressure so a recipe that cooks for 25 minutes really needs at least 35 minutes to cook.
Heather R
I made this and it was AMAZING! Followed the outline of the recipe but I put chopped matchstick carrots, celery, and onion in my meatloaf. Of course standard egg, salt & pepper, but also a little BBQ sauce and a package of Beefy Onion Soup mix. Topped w/ bacon slices while cooking in the IP. The glaze I used was a mixture of the BBQ sauce, spicy brown mustard, and a little brown sugar. Transferred the loaf to a sheet pan and broiled w/ the glaze. I used the yellow butter potatoes w/ skins on and they mashed just perfectly while stirring w/ a wooden spoon! Dashed w/ garlic powder and dished it all up along w/ green beans. Everyone had seconds!! Will DEFINITELY be making this again and again!!!!
WAHMCat
I definitely want to give this a try. We are always on the lookout for a good meatloaf recipe. However, I just purchased my Instant Pot – literally. Still in the box on my counter. I plan to do an unboxing video this week and then do a pot roast on my first run. I see mixed reviews up above so let me ask this: If I am using a 6 qt, then I should use 1 cup of broth with the potatoes in the bottom, then set on high for 25 minutes? Correct? Also – which release should I use? I’m wondering if the people above that say it wasn’t cooked through used a quick release and so it wasn’t finished cooking? Your thoughts?
Abby
Do you cook the Brussel sprouts with the meatloaf and potatoes???
Shawn
I would not cook the brussels sprouts at the same time with the meatloaf and potatoes IN the Instant Pot.
Jane
Made this for dinner tonight and had to let you know how much I love this recipe! I followed your instructions to the letter, except used a small bag of Dynamic Duo potatoes from the Little Potato Company on the bottom of my 6-quart instant pot. No peeling or slicing; they were the perfect size straight out of the bag. I prepared the meatloaf in foil as suggested, and let it cook at pressure for 28 minutes (after reading comments about not some people’s not being completely done in the middle after 25 minutes). I held the foil package (suspended on the trivet) over my trashcan and punctured holes in the bottom of the foil to let the grease drain off the meat. Transferred the loaf to a baking sheet, brushed with the topping, and broiled for four minutes on high. While the meatloaf was under the broiler, I added 3 T. butter, a few ounces (2-3) of sour cream (all I could scrape out of the container in my fridge!) and about 3 oz. of cream cheese to the chicken broth and potatoes in the bottom of my IP. Mashed ’em with the skins on and man…this thickened them up while keeping them piping hot. Removed the meatloaf from the oven, spooned up a serving of the potatoes and YUM! Best recipe I’ve made in my Instant Pot to date! Thank you for sharing your recipe, Shawn!. I will definitely be making this delicious meal again!
Shawn
Fantastic! So glad you enjoyed it Jane!
Lori Beth
Is it ok to mash the potatoes with a electric mixer or will it ruin/ dent the pot?? Also, is there an alternative to foil of the meatloaf? I don’t use foil.
Shawn
You can use an electric mixer in your Instant Pot, that should be just fine. 🙂 As for an alternate to foil, I have seen some silicone meatloaf liners, or if you have a small enough bread loaf pan you can try that?
Susir
Is the 23 minutes on hi or low. I have both settings. Thank you I’m excited to try
Gretchen
It’s always high unless stated otherwise.
Babs Freeman
I loved this recipe!! I made it tonight and it was so flavorful and simple to make! I did ground turkey and cut recipe in half as it was just my husband and I. Still plenty of leftovers! My husband said, “This is my new favorite meatloaf recipe!”
Alissa
Hi there, I’d love to try this tomorrow but am wondering a couple of things. I have an 8qt as well and is 1 cup broth enough? I’ve always been told 2 cups liquid is needed for pressure in an 8qt. Also, has anyone timed how long it takes to pressurize and start the countdown? I always record that to factor into prep time and am hoping someone can help so I can time dinner properly and not be late for kid activities 🙂 TYIA!!!!
Shawn
Hi Alissa, I have an 8 quart instant pot and 1 cup works great for me! It’s hard to tell you an exact time for things to come to pressure because it varies based on temperature of items in your pot, altitude, etc. I would give at least 10 to 15 minutes to let it come to pressure.
Alissa
Hi Shawn. Thanks so much for the response. I tried this the other night and used
1 + 1/4c broth with the potatoes and had the meatloaf in a bundt pan on top of the trivet. It ended up taking 20 mins to come to pressure but considering the amount of food in there I think that was pretty reasonable! With 11 mins remaining on the counter I started broccoli on HP for 0 mins in my 6qt and everything finished to perfection at the same time!! All 4 of my kids devoured it and 3/4 even took it to school for lunch! Definitely a keeper!
Tonya Smith
I have to admit, I was a little scared to try this recipe. Burned potatoes didn’t sound very appetizing. Thankfully, I gave it a shot. It came out perfect. I have an 8 quart, maybe that is why the potatoes didn’t burn and the meatloaf cooked completely through. I timed it for 23 minutes and did the quick release. I would definitely make this again. I have had a few failures in my instant pot. So thankful I found this yummy recipe.
Stacey
I made this once and it was awesome! I made it the second time and the potatoes burned to the bottom. I would ask is 1 cup of broth enough but it worked the first time so I just don’t understand. Any thoughts?
Connie
Has anyone made this with ground turkey? Wondering if it would hold up.
Darla
I made this tonight and it is delicious! We will be eating it again and again! I have a 6 qt. IP. I cooked for 25 minutes and had to turn back on for another 15 minutes. Not a problem, I will just note it for the next time because there will be a next time
Hilary
I followed this recipe and had two issues- first the potatoes scorched on the bottom of the pot so it wouldn’t come to pressure, then once I got that cleaned up and got things going again the meat wasn’t cooked through and had to go in the oven for another 30 minutes. The good new sounds is that it tasted great..
Sonia
This was one of the best instant pot recipes I’ve made! Hubby loved it! It was hard to slice, it kinda fell apart but it tasted awesome!
Michelle
This was my first recipe in my Instant Pot and the best meatloaf I’ve ever had 🙂
Thanks for the awesome recipe! 🙂
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it Michelle! 🙂