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Crockpot French onion meatloaf recipe card

Crockpot French Onion Meatloaf with Swiss Cheese

Ethan Walker
A flavorful slow-cooked meatloaf with rich onion flavor and creamy Swiss cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or hearty weekend dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 packet dry French onion soup mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk or sour cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1–2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4–6 slices Swiss cheese

Instructions
 

  • Place sliced onions at the bottom of your crockpot.
  • In a bowl, mix ground beef, soup mix, eggs, breadcrumbs, and milk or sour cream.
  • Add garlic powder and Worcestershire if using.
  • Shape into a loaf and place on top of onions.
  • Layer slices of Swiss cheese on top (or stuff inside).
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  • Optional: add more cheese during last 15 minutes for melted topping.
  • Serve hot with sides or slice for sandwiches.

Notes

For extra moisture, don't skip the sour cream.
To avoid sticking, line the crockpot bottom with parchment or use a liner.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 670mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
Keyword cheesy meatloaf, crockpot french onion meatloaf, onion soup meatloaf, slow cooker meatloaf, swiss cheese meatloaf
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