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A homemade stove top stuffing meatloaf with a caramelized glaze, sliced on a white plate with crumbs scattered on the counter.

Easy Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf Recipe

Make this easy 4-ingredient Stove Top Stuffing Meatloaf with ground beef, stuffing mix, eggs, and water. Simple, juicy, and packed with flavor!
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Resting Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: 10 $

Equipment

  • 1 Loaf pan (9x5) (Ensures even cooking & shape)
  • 1 Large bowl (For mixing ingredients)
  • 1 Measuring cups (To measure stuffing mix & water)
  • 1 Meat thermometer (Ensure internal temp reaches 160°F)
  • 1 Foil (Covers meatloaf while baking)

Ingredients

  • 1 box Stove Top stuffing mix - Any flavor e.g., chicken, savory herb
  • 1 lb Ground beef 80/20 - Ensures juicy texture
  • 2 Large Eggs - Helps bind everything together
  • ½ cup Warm water - Softens the stuffing mix

Optional Glaze:

  • ½ cup Ketchup - Classic sweet-savory topping
  • 2 tablespoon Brown sugar - Adds caramelized depth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce - Boosts umami flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper - Balances the glaze

Instructions 

Prep Work

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x5 loaf pan with oil or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  • Gather all ingredients for easy access.

Soak the Stuffing

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Stove Top stuffing mix with ½ cup warm water.
  • Stir and let it sit for 3-5 minutes until the stuffing absorbs the liquid and softens.

Mix the Meatloaf

  • Add ground beef and eggs to the soaked stuffing.
  • Gently mix using your hands or a spoon until everything is just combined.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.

Shape & Glaze

  • Transfer the meat mixture into the greased loaf pan.
  • Lightly press it into shape, forming a slight dome on top.
  • If using glaze, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, then spread it evenly over the meatloaf.

Bake & Rest

  • Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 320kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 25g (8%) | Protein: 22g (44%) | Fat: 16g (25%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 95mg (32%) | Sodium: 720mg (31%) | Potassium: 340mg (10%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 6g (7%) | Vitamin A: 200IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 2.5mg (14%)