Crockpot Meatloaf with French Onion & Swiss Cheese
This Crockpot Meatloaf with French Onion & Swiss Cheese is a cozy, comforting, and easy-to-make meal featuring tender, juicy meatloaf infused with savory French onion flavors and melty Swiss cheese, all slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot. It’s perfect for hassle-free dinners, meal prep, and family-friendly comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free breadcrumbs as variation)
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet French onion soup mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, sliced or shredded
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping
- 1/4 cup ketchup
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, French onion soup mix, breadcrumbs, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Add the Cheese Center: Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of a loaf pan or form a loaf shape on parchment paper. Layer Swiss cheese evenly on top. Cover with remaining meat mixture, sealing the cheese inside.
- Prepare the Crockpot: Lightly grease the crockpot or use a liner for easy cleanup. Transfer the meatloaf into the crockpot, shaping it into an even loaf.
- Add the Sauce: Spread a thin layer of ketchup over the top of the meatloaf to create a glaze with tangy sweetness.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the meatloaf feels firm.
- Rest and Serve: Remove meatloaf from crockpot and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the ingredients to avoid a dense meatloaf.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the meatloaf is fully cooked but not dry.
- Choose quality Swiss cheese for the best creamy melt.
- Layer cheese evenly inside the meatloaf to avoid clumps.
- Let the meatloaf rest before slicing for better texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6 of meatloaf)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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