A Better Crockpot Meatloaf Recipe

Name: A Better Crockpot Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/2 cup onions diced; 1/2 cup carrots diced; 1/2 cup celery diced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 cup ketchup divided; 2 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups oats, quick cooking; 1 pound ground beef, extra lean; 1 pound ground turkey ground; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 3 tablespoons dijon mustard

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup onions diced
1/2 cup carrots diced
1/2 cup celery diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 cup ketchup divided
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups oats, quick cooking
1 pound ground beef, extra lean
1 pound ground turkey ground
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoons black pepper
3 tablespoons dijon mustard

1
Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the onions, carrots and celery and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Stir in 1/2 cup of the ketchup.
5
Remove from heat.
6
In a large bowl, beat eggs.
7
Add oatmeal, ground beef, ground turkey, salt and pepper.
8
Add ketchup mixture.
9
Mix well.
10
Shape into a loaf and place in the Crockpot stoneware.
11
Whisk together Dijon mustard and remaining ketchup.
12
Spoon over meatloaf.
13
Cover and cook on LOW setting 6 to 7 hours or high for about 4 hours.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1/2 cup onions diced, 1/2 cup carrots diced, 1/2 cup celery diced, and more.

Yes, A Better Crockpot Meatloaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

A Better Crockpot Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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