Instant Pot® BBQ Cheddar Meatloaf

This meatloaf is studded with Cheddar cheese and cooked in the Instant Pot®. Barbecue sauce and a quick broil renders a delicious crust.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 488 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
• ½ cup panko bread crumbs
• ¼ cup 1% milk
• 2 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 small egg
• ½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

Step 2

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 3

Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, milk, Cheddar cheese, egg, and dry onion soup mix in a bowl; mix until well combined. Transfer mixture to a cutting board and shape into a loaf.

Step 4

Place a trivet into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Pour 1/2 cup water into the pot and set loaf on top of the trivet. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5

Carefully transfer the trivet to a rimmed baking sheet. Brush meatloaf with barbecue sauce. Broil for 3 to 4 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.