French Onion Meatloaf
French Onion Meatloaf (Oven-Baked)
This French onion meatloaf is classic comfort food with a flavorful twist. Made with seasoned ground beef, French onion soup mix, and sliced onions baked right underneath, it comes out incredibly juicy with rich, savory flavor in every bite.
As it bakes, the onions soften and caramelize, creating the perfect base for the meatloaf.
It’s the kind of dinner that feels familiar and comforting, yet just a little elevated. Serve it with mashed potatoes or green beans for a cozy, satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Packed with savory French onion flavor
- Juicy, tender oven-baked meatloaf
- Simple ingredients and easy prep
- Perfect comfort-food dinner
- Great leftovers for sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet Lipton French Onion Soup Mix
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced (for the bottom of the dish)
How to Make French Onion Meatloaf
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
Spread the sliced onion evenly across the bottom of the baking dish and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, French onion soup mix, diced onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently just until combined — do not overmix.
Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it directly on top of the sliced onions in the baking dish.
Bake uncovered for 60–75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the meatloaf is cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Jennie’s Thoughts
This is one of those dinners I make when I want something easy, filling, and guaranteed to be a hit. The French onion soup mix adds so much flavor without extra work, and baking the meatloaf on top of the onions keeps it incredibly moist.
It’s especially good served with mashed potatoes so you can spoon some of those soft onions right on top.
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Serving Suggestions
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Roasted vegetables or green beans
- Dinner rolls or biscuits
- Use leftovers for next-day meatloaf sandwiches
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- Assemble the meatloaf up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Reheat slices in the oven or microwave
French onion meatloaf is a simple, comforting dinner that never goes out of style. With juicy beef, savory onion flavor, and minimal prep, this is one recipe you’ll want to keep in your regular rotation.
French Onion Meatloaf
This French onion meatloaf is classic comfort food with a flavorful twist. Made with seasoned ground beef, French onion soup mix, and sliced onions baked right underneath, it comes out incredibly juicy with rich, savory flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet Lipton French Onion Soup Mix
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced (for the bottom of the dish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Spread the sliced onion evenly across the bottom of the baking dish and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, French onion soup mix, diced onion, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently just until combined — do not overmix.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it directly on top of the sliced onions in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 60–75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the meatloaf is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
