Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf – Quick and Easy Ground Beef Recipe
This Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food! Juicy, flavorful ground beef is packed with melty mozzarella, seasoned perfectly, and baked to golden perfection. It's one of the best quick and easy recipes with ground beef, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Whether you're looking for easy recipes for dinner or classic comfort food, this cheesy meatloaf hits the spot. You’ll love how simple it is to make and how quickly it disappears from the plate!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (for filling)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and parsley. Mix until just combined.
- Place the meat mixture on the prepared baking sheet and flatten it into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Sprinkle the center with 1 cup shredded mozzarella, leaving a border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the meat into a loaf, sealing the edges to enclose the cheese.
- Top the meatloaf with marinara sauce and the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.