Satisfy your pizza craving with a fun and unique twist: the skinny mini pizza meatloaves. These individual servings combine the flavors of a classic pizza with the hearty satisfaction of a meatloaf. Each meatloaf is made with ground beef or turkey, seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, and topped with a layer of pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings. The article also includes variations for a vegetarian version using crumbled tofu and a gluten-free version using almond flour. Whether you're looking for a fun and easy weeknight dinner, a creative way to serve pizza at a party, or a tasty and portable lunch option, these skinny mini pizza meatloaves are sure to hit the spot. Get ready to enjoy a delicious and protein-packed meal with the best of both worlds – pizza and meatloaf.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MINI PIZZA MEATLOAVES
These Mini Pizza Meatloaves are a fun twist on traditional meatloaf! They're made pizza style, and each one comes in at under 150 calories each thanks to ground turkey!
Provided by Ashlyn Edwards | Belle of the Kitchen
Categories Main
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray the cups of a regular sized muffin pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine all of the meatloaf ingredients in a medium sized bowl and mix well with your hands. Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups.
- Combine all of the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine. Evenly spread over the top of each meatloaf, about 1 tablespoon each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until meat is fully cooked. Remove from the oven and evenly top each meatloaf with the parmesan and mozzarella, then sprinkle with mini pepperonis, about 4 per meatloaf. Switch the oven to broil and return the pan to the oven for 2-4 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly (keep an eye on them so they don't burn!). Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 326 mg, Sugar 1 g
SUNNY'S CHEAT SHEET MINI MEATLOAVES WITH SWEET POTATOES AND BROCCOLI
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- For the meatloaves: Line a sheet pan with nonstick aluminum foil and set aside.
- Add the ground chicken to a large bowl and break it up. Set aside. Combine the basil, parsley, onion, breadcrumbs, paprika, salt, pepper, cheese, garlic, scallions, bread and egg white in a medium bowl and stir until everything is blended. Add to the chicken and gently mix with your less dominant hand, turning the bowl with the dominant hand and using your fingers on the less dominant hand as a pitchfork, folding as you go, until mixed well. Form into 4 equal parts and and place on the lined sheet pan. Form into bricks of a similar size. Set aside.
- For the meatloaf topping: Heat the pizza sauce, honey, hot sauce and plenty of black pepper in a small saucepot on medium heat until it comes to a simmer. Simmer until it reduces and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
- For the veggies: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Steam the sweet potatoes according to the package instructions, about 6 minutes. Slice into 1-inch-thick coins.
- Combine the sweet potatoes in a large bowl with the broccoli, citrus zests, garlic powder and nutmeg. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss again.
- Add the vegetables to the sheet pan with the meatloaves by placing the sweet potatoes on first, surrounding the meatloaves, then pouring over the broccoli. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove and brush the meatloaves with the topping. Spritz the vegetables with juice from the orange and lemon wedges. Continue to bake until the internal temperature of the meatloaves registers 165 degrees F, about another 15 minutes.
PIZZA MEAT LOAF CUPS
Fix and freeze these moist little meat loaves packed with pizza flavor. They're great to reheat for an after-school snack or quick dinner on soccer night. My family likes to drizzle extra pizza sauce on top. -Susan Wollin, Marshall, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix first 4 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide into 12 portions; press each onto the bottom and up sides of a greased muffin cup. Add cheese to centers., Bake until meat is cooked through, 15-18 minutes. If desired, top with additional sauce and basil before serving. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat loaves in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
PIZZA MEATLOAF
Make and share this Pizza Meatloaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix eggs, 3/4 cup pizza sauce, crumbs, parmesan, half the mozzarella, onion, green pepper, salt, oregano, and pepper.
- Add beef; mix well.
- Pat into a greased 8x8 baking pan.
- Bake at 350* for 50 minutes.
- Drain.
- Spread remaining pizza sauce on top, bake another 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella, bake until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 135.5, Sodium 287.4, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 28.7
MINI PIZZA MEATLOAVES
I'm not crazy about meatloaf, but my husband is. I do however want to eat it when I do make it, so I found this recipe from What's Cooking magazine, tweaked it a bit to suit my taste and they're not half bad.
Provided by Lori Mama
Categories Meat
Time 50m
Yield 8 muffins, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375.
- Place beef in bowl along with stuffing mix and seasoning.
- Mix well.
- Spray an 8 sectioned muffin tin with non stick spray.
- Divide the meat mixture into 8 pieces and press the meat into each section.
- Make an indentation in each and spoon the sauce into each one.
- Bake 30 minutes or until done.
- Divide the cheese evenly over the top of each muffin and return to the oven to melt.
- Remove and let stand a few minutes so they are easier to take out.
PIZZA MEATLOAF SURPRISE
This recipe adds a special twist to the common meatloaf. It's a combination between meatloaf and pizza ingredients. Kids love this recipe. Change the pizza ingredients based on your favorite pizza toppings.
Provided by Nicole
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatloaf Recipes Beef Meatloaf Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine beef, tomatoes, mushrooms, eggs, bread crumbs, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a large bowl. Set aside a few teaspoons of olives for the topping; add remaining olives to the bowl. Knead with your hands until fully mixed.
- Divide 1/2 of the beef mixture between two 8-1/2x4-1/2-inch metal or glass loaf pans, filling each halfway. Use your fingers to create a canoe shape lengthwise down the middle of each loaf. Place a layer of pepperoni slices down the middle; cover with a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat with another layer of pepperoni slices and cheese. Reserve a handful of cheese for the topping.
- Cover the pepperoni and cheese with the remaining beef mixture. Top meatloaves with a sprinkle of cheese and black olives.
- Bake in the preheated oven until beef is no longer pink, about 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 147.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 810.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
Tips:
- Use lean ground beef. This will help to reduce the overall fat and calorie content of the meatloaves.
- Add plenty of vegetables. This will help to boost the nutritional value of the meatloaves and make them more filling.
- Use a low-fat cheese. This will help to reduce the overall fat and calorie content of the meatloaves.
- Bake the meatloaves instead of frying them. This will help to reduce the overall fat and calorie content of the meatloaves.
- Serve the meatloaves with a healthy side dish. This could include a salad, steamed vegetables, or brown rice.
Conclusion:
These skinny mini pizza meatloaves are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic comfort food. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated. So next time you are craving pizza, try these skinny mini pizza meatloaves instead. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love