Slow Cooked Italian Meatloaf Recipe

Name: Slow Cooked Italian Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; 1 lb ground beef; 2 cups soft breadcrumbs; ½ cup marinara sauce; 1 whole egg; 2 tablespoons onions, chopped; 1 ¼ teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon garlic salt; ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons marinara sauce; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

1 lb ground turkey
1 lb ground beef
2 cups soft breadcrumbs
½ cup marinara sauce
1 whole egg
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons marinara sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

1
Fold a 30-inch long piece of foil in half lengthwise.
2
Place in bottom of a slow cooker with both ends hanging over top edge of cooker.
3
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground turkey, bread crumbs, 1/2 cup marinara sauce, egg, onion, salt, garlic salt, Italian herbs, garlic powder and pepper until well blended.
4
Shape into a loaf.
5
Place in slow cooker on top of foil.
6
Spread 2 tablespoons marinara sauce over top.
7
Cover tightly and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 Hours or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
8
Use ends of foil to lift out meat loaf and transfer to a serving platter.

700

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground turkey, 1 lb ground beef, 2 cups soft breadcrumbs, ½ cup marinara sauce, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooked Italian 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!

Slow Cooked Italian Meatloaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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