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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James
I got an instapot for Christmas but mine doesn’t have a “manual” button, which should I use, meat?
Christopher
Preasure Cook is the manual button.
Christopher Perry
Pressure Cook is the manual button.
Gina Oltman
My brand does not have manual either. I used meat/stew. I am not sure that it really matters what button, just change the time to what you want.
Brandi
I’ve made this meatloaf recipe (minus the potatoes) a few times now and it’s always a hit with the hubby and kids. I use ground turkey instead and have cooked it for 20 mins with a few minutes NPR since I’m always doing something away from the kitchen and it never comes out dry. Thanks for sharing!!!
Linda
Used a 6 qt duo and 1 package of organic ground beef from Costco. It was a little over 1 pound of beef. Used half the qty of the rest of the Ingredients. Used kinder’s bbq sauce. Substituted russet potatoes (3 Costco sized potatoes for total of 3 lbs), peeled and cut into small chunks, 1 cup of veggie broth. Cooked as directed for 20 min high pressure then quick release. Perfectly cooked potatoes, no burn message and meatloaf was cooked as well. A lot of oil/juice in foil “pan”. Used a turkey Baster to extract excess juices and slathered meatloaf in glaze and put under the broiler of my toaster oven for 5+ minutes until glaze sizzled. The veg broth potatoes were kind of funky, so remade standard mashed potatoes cooked in water and it was better. Hubbie had two helpings of meatloaf.
Shawn
Glad you enjoyed the recipe! I use chicken broth for my potatoes, but in the future you could always use water and just drain off any excess water after cooked to make the potatoes how you typically do. 🙂
Denise West
So, I’ve tried Meatloaf seeeeveral times with no success…. I presently have the mashed potatoes and the meatloaf in my 8 Quart IP. So looking forward to end result!!! Will post the results! Thank you Shawn!
Shawn
Hope you enjoyed the recipe Denise!
Gina Oltman
loved the recipe! i only have a 4qt off brand, so i put it in for 30 minutes not wanting the potatoes to turn to mush. I used a foil loaf pan for the meat…it was of course not quite done when the timer went off. just stuck it in the oven at 400° for about 15 minutes with the glaze on it. was perfect!
my husband was thinking i was crazy trying something new, but they all enjoyed. will be a regular for us.
Shawn
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed the recipe Gina!
Nancy Robbins
What about using ground turkey? Will it be dry if you keep the cooking time at 25 minutes for a 6 quart IP?
Shawn
Ground turkey would be a great substitution!
Krist F
Made this tonight was delicious and thumbs up from the kiddos. Only thing I did different was after reading reviews, I split my loaf in half instead of a whole big one and cooked both the halves for 25 minutes since I have a 6qt Instant Pot. Everything was done and delicious. Thanks for the great recipe
JoEll
Tried this in my 8qt tonight and the potatoes on the bottom caused it to show the ‘burn’ warning. Makes sense since that’s usually a starch issue and potatoes are a starch. Pot wouldn’t pressurize so after two attempts to use the IP I cooked the meatloaf for 30 minutes in the oven with the glaze. Potatoes were fine but some were burnt to the bottom. Mine weren’t running, but I didn’t have half n half. Not 100% sold on this recipe. Will have to find a fix for the potatoes.
Nancy G
I did the meatloaf using a 6 quart for 26 minutes and it turned out great. I didn’t do the potatoes but tried the thick cut carrots and unfortunately they were almost raw. What’s odd is that instant pot says carrots take 6 to 8 minutes. Not sure how this happened. Maybe the foil pouch makes things require more time?
Leona S.
This was my very first meal tonight in my 8qt ultra instant pot I received for Christmas. Everything turned out perfect, & it was pretty yummy! My hubby LOVES meatloaf & I’m pretty happy I found this recipe to make for him. Thank you for sharing this recipe Shawn!!!
Lisa
I have a 6 at IP so after reading the reviews I decided to separate my meatloaf into two small loaves. I used one cup chicken broth as directed and cooked the potatoes and one of the small loaves for 25 minutes quick release and everything turned out perfectly! My husband said this is his favorite IP meal I’ve cooked so far. I agree, it was delicious! Thanks for the recipe.
Shawn
Sounds like I should update the recipe for 6 quart and 8 quart instructions! Thanks for giving your tips Lisa! Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Jennifer Gervais
If you cook in a 6 quart- make 2 small loaves – cook for 35-40 minutes. Do a quick release. Then broil in o en for topping.
Shawn
Thanks for the tips Jennifer! 🙂
Debbie Todd
Tried this to a T, meatloaf was way undercooked and cooked it for 30 minutes. Potatoes were mushy and watery, couldn’t add the half n half or it would have been soup. Had to finish the meatloaf in the over for an extra 20 min.
Benjamin Bankhardt
I’m half way on this. I have 6qt pot, set it for 25mins, didn’t do the quick release, did the slow method. Potatoes were perfect, i used 1.5 cups on broth and nobody in their right mind uses half and half or milk on mashed potatoes anymore. The meatloaf was 140 degrees looked disgusting and it took another 20 minutes to finish it in the oven. This one is a duo fail for the combo and the meatloaf alone. Only thing i got from this was add some chicken broth to your potatoes in the instant pot. In any case, i will try again at 30mins but i have my doubts that the potatoes will hold up and the meat won’t look like an old turd.
Tracy
I made this today but I think my instant pot was to small lol but I took out and cut off some off the potatoes and meat loaf and will cook tomorrow! Other then that it was very delicious! Cooked mine for 25mins and then took meat out and let the potatoes sit a little longer to dry and then fallowed the mash potatoes to a point I used milk instead of half and half and added green onions and garlic with salt and pepper and it was so yummy! Now need help to make it again with half a little of the left over meat (about the size of the single size of meat loaf pans) and less potatoes! All for one person I want to make this for my daughter! Plz anyone know how long I should do this since I did it fo 25 minutes and wow it was amazing!! I am thinking 10- 15mins what do u think? The left over uncooked meatloaf i have is the size of the ones u use in the minie loaf pans!!
Jennifer
I made this recipe with my 8quart duo instant pot as my first meal attempt since I got the IP for Christmas. Your directions was clear and spot on. I did not use chicken broth as I was afraid to do that so I just added the water in place of chicken broth. Meatloaf was amazing! Husband and 10 year old son really liked it. Next time I am going to make the mashed potatoes as I traditionally make them by using russet potatoes, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Everyone loves my mashed potatoes and that was their feedback “I like your potatoes better” ❤️
Shawn
I think the chicken broth adds some great flavor to the potatoes, but I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe the way you made it.
Susy
I’ve made this recipe twice in my 8qt and both times the meatloaf and potatoes came out delicious! One of our fav meals to eat and it’s so simple!!
Jennifer
I made 2 small loaves and put in a 6 quart. I cooked at 40 minutes.
Potatoes need to cool off- so they won’t be so runny. They are runny because of they were boiling to cook the meat.
I didn’t put garlic in the potatoes to be more kid friendly. And I put 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp of pepper in meatloaf.
It was good!!!
I did roast brussel sprouts.
Joshwaaaa
This recipe is a joke. Screwed up the timing of our dinner. Not even close to being done at 25 minutes. Meat was 123. The fact that this blogger hasn’t altered it after multiple complaints about undercooked meat really makes a statement.
Carri
This recipe is perfect as written as long as you measure and weigh the ingredients and use the 8qt instapot as specified! My family uses this in our biweekly rotation now and it’s a winner every time!
Shawn
So glad you’re enjoying the recipe Carri!
Jennifer
I’m attempting this now in a 6 quart. I made 2 smaller loaves. Because i couldn’t get the 1 loaf to fit. Lol
Denise
I made this tonight and it was amazing. Potatoes came out beautifully. Meatloaf was done well. I cooked for 35 minutes and it was perfect
Phil
Any thought on using the Instatpot silicone loaf pan for the meatloaf?
Lauren
Loved this recipe and it’s one of my go-to meals for my family. I have a husband and a dad who are meatloafphiles and they could eat it every night. I also have two picky toddlers who also love this (which means a lot). I make a monster 3 pound meatloaf for 30 min in my 6qt IP and if my potatoes are too runny before I mash I just drain them off. Layering the meatloaf, potatoes and carrots (sometimes baby carrots if I have room) is genius. A whole meal in one pot. It’s pretty easy and I look like a super hero to my family. Thx Shawn!
Shawn
So awesome! I’m glad you guys are enjoying the recipe!
CHRISTINA
Can you do this with one pound of hamburger meat it’s just me and my husband two is just too much for us
Shawn
Yes! You could definitely half the ingredients for the meatloaf and be just fine!
Brenda
Do you think the same time for 1lb?
Jordan
Have you ever tried making it with turkey meat instead ?
Shawn
I haven’t tried this recipe with turkey meat, but I’m sure it would work just the same!
Nannette
I put in instant pot for 22 mins but will leave it in longer next time. Temp was 155 in spots but not whole meatloaf. I will do 28 minutes next time. My husband loved it so it was a keeper! My kids not so much- they don’t like meatloaf though.
Shawn
Well I’m glad you and your husband enjoyed it at least! 😉
Sandy Milbourn
I’m looking forward to trying this tonight but I know the timing is misleading. 10 mins prep is not truthful-cutting potatoes, chopping onions, mixing it together, plus time for the InstaPot to really cook the meatloaf thoroughly. 45-60 mins is more realistic. But that being said, it sounds like a good recipe!
Sasha Jamison
Made this tonight for dinner and the whole family loved it. The meatloaf was tasty, I added some chopped mushrooms that had to be used up. The mashed potatoes were so creamy and perfect. I didn’t add the garlic. Thanks for the recipe!
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it!
K
I have made this twice now and LOVE it! I make a 3 pound meatloaf (love leftovers for meatloaf sandwiches) in a circular shape in my 8 quart and cook for 27 minutes with QR and it was amazing both times!
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it!
saphia
the potatoes are a no from me. i made this recipe tonight and they were runny as heck. i should not have left the broth water because it a.) tasted off b.) was runny c.) was a waste of good broth. the meat came out fine but that is after cooking it in the instant pot for a total of 30 minutes. so if you want raw meatloaf and runny chickeny potatoes, knock yourself out. otherwise, don’t shade your instant pot with this recipe. It’s not the pots fault!
Shawn
Sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe. You can definitely swap out the chicken broth for water and then drain afterwards before mashing. I like the flavor the chicken broth adds to the potatoes, personally. 🙂
Deb
I agree with you, I only make mashed potatoes with chicken broth. Agree that you do have to know how much liquid to use, much like any liquid. Some people need step by step instructions but most know to add lightly until consistency is on spot. Thank your for sharing.
Ashlie
I made this tonight in my 6 quart instant pot. After reading some reviews I decided to set my pressure cook timer for 35 min. I used about 2 lbs of beef and followed the instructions exactly. It turned out perfectly! So delicious and easy! I didn’t do the Brussels so just the potatoes and meatloaf were in and it was amazing. This recipe is definitely going in my regular rotation! Thank you!
Shawn
I’m so glad it worked out for you!
Eema
Can i use parchment paper instead of foil for your Instant pot meat loaf??
Shawn
I’m sure that would work, I’m just not sure how well it would hold up to the fat that drains off of the meatloaf. Worth a shot though!
Alice
This was great! I ended up turning it back on for 10, a total of 35 minutes, but this recipe is a keeper.
Shawn
So glad you enjoyed it!
Jordan
Please be careful using the directions in this recipe. 20 minutes at high pressure is for 1 lb of ground beef. “The Essential Instant Pot Cookbook” was my reference. The book is approved by the instant pot company. If you follow this recipe you will serve undercooked meat to your family.
Jes
I don’t know what wrong with this for us but it was a total fail. It was our first time cooking with our instant pot but I can’t even say that was the issue. The potatoes didn’t taste too good- maybe that was the chicken broth and the 2 lb meatloaf wasn’t even close to being cooked in 25 minutes and needed about 25 more. At this point I coulda done it all in the oven and woulda gotten dinner on the table a lot faster. IDK if 25 minutes is maybe for a one pound meatloaf but this meal definitely didn’t turn out well. And the serving size of potatoes isn’t really for six people. Hoping the meat tastes good so it was worth the time. This took sooooooo much longer then expected. I’m glad you had better luck with this meal then we did. 🙁
Jason
Yes it is a bit misleading as it starts off saying that the entire meal was ready in 20 min. However, the actual recipe times are cook time 35 min with a prep time of 10 min = 45 min. The thing I have noticed about instant pot and express cooker is that it takes 10-15 min for them to come up to pressure, add in the 5 – 10 min it takes to finish the meatloaf off in the broiler and you could have cooked this meal in the oven in less time.
Time: 10min prep + 10-15min build up steam + 35min cook + 5-10min Broiler = 60-70min.
Still the Instapot has its uses especially for pot roast, stews, soups, etc. I can cook dry pinto beans in a hour which would take me all day in a slow cooker.
Fran
Some recipes take longer in the IP but to me that can be a good thing as I get to walk away and not keep checking on the progress of the cooking. 🙂 Also, using the IP is probably more energy efficient than heating up a whole oven.
angela
LOVED this easy weeknight meal!!! Will definitely be added to our list of Instant Pot favorites. Thank you!
Mitzy
Hi,
I followed this recipe exactly in a brand new 8 quart instant pot. The internal temperature of the meat loaf was only at 127 degrees after 23 minutes of high pressure cooking…..so I had to put the loaf in the oven for another 20 minutes to get up to temperature.
Kari
If using a 8 quart instant pot, how do you get enough liquid to built pressure? From what I see in the receipe, there’s only two cups of liquid, but the pot needs three. Do you add 1 cup of water??
Vickie
Is an instant pot the same thing as an elite pressure cooker? Thank you
Shawn
An instant pot is a pressure cooker.
Mindy
This is my favorite recipe for meatloaf, and I add a foil packet of carrots with butter, salt n pepper.
Gerri
So if I cut this recipe in half do I have adjust the cooking time also?
Karen Lutkus
I’m wondering that too, especially for the potatoes.