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Air Fryer Meatloaf Casserole

Make a great air fryer meatloaf topped with mashed potatoes and cheese for this air fryer meatloaf casserole!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Air Fryer Beef Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 732 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ground Beef Mixture

  • 1 1/2 Pounds Ground Beef
  • 1 Tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 2/3 Cup Seasoned Dry Breadcrumbs or Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped White Onion
  • 1/2 Cup Ketchup
  • 1 Whole Egg
  • 1/2 Cup Milk or Beef Broth

Potato Mixture - See Note

  • 2 Pounds Golden Potatoes, Peeled and Cut in 1-inch Cubes
  • 5 Tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 Cup Milk or Beef Broth
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Cooked Bacon Bits

Toppings - Optional

  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 Tsp Dried Parsley

Instructions
 

Potato Mixture

  • If you are using leftover mashed potatoes, skip the potato mixture steps.
  • Put the cut potatoes in a saucepan.
  • Fill the saucepan with water, 2-3 cups to cover the potatoes.
  • Cook on medium heat until the potatoes are softened, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Drain the water.
  • Add the butter and allow to melt.
  • Add the beef broth or milk.
  • Mash the potatoes to the desired texture.
  • Add the onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix this well.
  • Add the cheese and bacon bits, and mix this well.
  • Set aside.

Ground Beef Mixture

  • While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the ground beef mixture.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
  • Grease, oil or butter, an 8-inch round pan. Make sure it fits in your air fryer basket and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, and pepper. Mix this well.
  • Add the dry breadcrumbs, chopped white onions, and ketchup to the ground beef mixture. Mix this well.
  • Create a well in the ground beef mixture.
  • Add the egg and the milk or broth. Mix well.
  • Add the ground beef mixture to the prepared pan.
  • Use a fork to spread the mixture evenly and press into the pan. The beef will shrink as it cooks, so be sure to compact it well.
  • Air Fry at 350°F for 11-13 minutes, the internal temperature of the beef should be at least 165°F.

Topping

  • Once the meat is cooked, remove it carefully from the air fryer and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat.
  • Place back in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes. (Note - If you are not planning to add cheese on top cook for 8 minutes, keeping a close eye on it. If you are going to add cheese, cook for 5 minutes.)
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese 1/2-2/3 cup over the potatoes along with bacon bits.
  • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Take the pan carefully out of the air fryer.
  • Sprinkle with additional toppings if preferred.
  • Serve.

Notes

  • Leftover mashed potatoes can be used for this, if used skip the potato mixture steps.
  • If you want to prepare ahead of time, prepare the meatloaf mixture and wrap it in plastic wrap in the fridge.  It should not be left in the fridge uncooked for more than 8-12 hours.
  • Broth and Vegan Cheese are good options for a dairy intolerance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 732kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 39gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 1743mgPotassium: 1169mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 531IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 267mgIron: 5mg

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