Meatloaf is a classic family dinner that’s always tasty. There are also plenty of ways to add variety to your meatloaf with different meats, seasonings and styles. So, if you’re looking for inspiration, here are some of our top meatloaf recipes with beef, pork, chicken and turkey, as well as Mexican and Middle Eastern inspired options. And of course, a classic meatloaf recipe for when you want to keep it simple.

Classic meatloaf

Veal and tomato meatloaf

Fetta and olive greek meatloaves

Meatloaf with stir-fried cabbage

Mediterranean meatloaf

Mexican meatloaf

Mini pork, apple and sage meatloaves

Mini meatloaves with sour cream and roasted garlic mash

Middle eastern meatloaf


Barbecue-glazed meatloaf

Turkey and cranberry meatloaf

Glazed meatloaf


Mini meatloaves Italian-style

Pork and veal meatloaf with fig glaze


Meatloaf sandwiches with rocket





Chicken meatloaves with salsa verde
What ingredients keep meatloaf from falling apart?
Egg and breadcrumbs or bread are common ingredients that help bind a meatloaf together so it won’t fall apart. Some recipes may also include ingredients like cheese that help hold the meatloaf together.
The temperature you cook it at also has an impact – if it’s cooked quickly at a high heat there may be a risk that your meatloaf will dry out and become crumbly. So following the ingredients list and steps for whatever meatloaf recipe you choose will make it easier to cook a meatloaf that holds its form when you serve it.
What to do with leftover meatloaf
If you’ve got leftovers, you can store meatloaf in the fridge for 2-4 days according to food safety details on Healthdirect.gov.au. You could also freeze it for several months, or use it in our meatloaf sandwiches with rocket recipe.