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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Irresistible Meatloaf Variations for Your Next Family Meal

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 6, 2025, updated March 6, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that can be made in so many different ways. From traditional recipes to creative twists, there are 16 variations that can bring new flavors to your family meals. Whether you prefer something spicy, cheesy, or packed with veggies, there's a meatloaf recipe here for everyone.

    Grandma’s Quaker Oats Meatloaf

    Grandma’s Quaker Oats Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Meatloaf and Melodrama.

    Grandma’s Quaker Oats Meatloaf is a traditional dish that uses oatmeal instead of bread crumbs along with a few simple ingredients. This is a comforting meal that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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    Special K Roast

    Special K Roast.
    Photo Credit: Emily Leary.

    This savory Special K roast combines unexpected ingredients to create a delicious vegetarian meatloaf. It's packed with flavor and has a great texture, making it a satisfying meal.

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    Mini BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf

    Mini BBQ Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Soulfully Made.

    Mini BBQ Bacon-Cheddar Meatloaf is a tasty dish with a smoky barbecue glaze and lots of cheesy bacon flavor. It's quick to prepare and great for any day of the week.

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    Chicken Meatloaf

    Chicken Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Chicken meatloaf offers a tasty twist on the classic beef version. With juicy ground chicken and a flavorful barbecue sauce on top, this dish is packed with spices and panko bread crumbs for a great texture and flavor.

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    Italian Meatloaf

    Italian Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: From a Chef's Kitchen.

    This Italian-inspired meatloaf adds a tasty twist to the classic recipe. It's great for a family dinner on Sunday or a laid-back gathering with friends.

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    Slow Cooker Salsa Meatloaf

    Slow Cooker Salsa Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Salsa Meatloaf gives a fun twist to the classic dish by using salsa instead of ketchup. This easy recipe is perfect for dinner and can be prepared quickly with minimal effort.

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    Turkey Meatloaf

    Turkey Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This turkey meatloaf is full of flavor and surprisingly juicy. With a healthier twist, it’s sure to become a new favorite for the whole family.

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    Mini Chicken Meatloaves with Pineapple BBQ Sauce

    Mini Chicken Meatloaves with Pineapple BBQ Sauce.
    Photo Credit: A Grateful Meal.

    Mini chicken meatloaves with pineapple BBQ sauce are great for preparing meals in advance. The pineapple helps keep the meatloaves tender and adds a nice tropical twist to the sauce.

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    Pork and Ground Chicken Meatloaf

    Pork and Ground Chicken Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: This Is How I Cook.

    Pork and ground chicken meatloaf is soft and full of flavor, especially with the onions and ketchup mixed in. This is a nice twist if you're looking to switch things up from the usual beef.

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    Mom’s Classic Meatloaf

    Mom’s Classic Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Meatloaf is a timeless dish that many people love to prepare. It's a great comfort food that brings back memories of home-cooked meals.

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    BBQ Turkey Meatloaf

    BBQ Turkey Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    BBQ Turkey Meatloaf is juicy and full of flavor, thanks to the delicious BBQ sauce. It's a healthy and tasty option for busy weeknights.

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    German Meatloaf

    German Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: All That's Jas.

    This dish is a great comfort food for winter and can also be enjoyed as a simple snack at a picnic. The bacon adds a nice crispiness and a warm flavor, giving the meatloaf a rustic appearance.

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    Air Fryer Meatloaf

    Air Fryer Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    Air Fryer Meatloaf is a great choice for a weeknight meal. It turns out juicy and tasty with a nice crust on the outside, making it simple comfort food.

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    Meatloaf Recipe with Homemade Glaze

    Meatloaf Recipe with Homemade Glaze.
    Photo Credit: Sweet & Savory Meals.

    This meatloaf is packed with flavor and has a tender, juicy inside, topped with a tasty sweet and tangy chili glaze. It's simple to prepare for dinner and is sure to become a favorite comfort food.

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    Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf

    Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Meatloaf and Melodrama.

    Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf is a simple dish that uses Stove Top Stuffing instead of bread crumbs. This is a great dinner that the whole family enjoys, especially on busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Meatloaf

    Chicken Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Budget Delicious.

    This ground chicken meatloaf is a healthy and tasty option that you can whip up in just a few minutes. It's a lighter take on a classic comfort food that everyone will enjoy.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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