Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Italian-Style Cheesy Meatloaf Skillet. This delightful twist on traditional meatloaf combines juicy ground beef with garlic, basil, and a generous topping of gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, all enveloped in rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pan wonder is both easy to prepare and clean up, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. With just ten minutes of prep time, you’ll serve up a hearty meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters while delivering a taste of Italy right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in an oven-safe skillet.
- Spread marinara sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover and bake for 35–40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg