Sheet Pan Mini Meatloaves and Garlic Green Beans
A classic comfort food dinner made easy on a single sheet pan. Perfectly portioned mini meatloaves are topped with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze and roasted alongside fresh, garlicky green beans for a complete 45-minute meal.
Equipment
- Large sheet pan
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20) — Room temperature for 15 minutes if possible
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Milk — Any milk works
- 1 whole Large egg — Lightly beaten
- 0.25 cup Yellow onion — Finely grated or minced
- 2 cloves Garlic — Minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper — Freshly ground
Sweet-Tangy Glaze
- 0.33 cup Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar — Packed
- 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard
Garlic Green Beans
- 1 lb Fresh green beans — Trimmed
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Meatloaf Mixture
| 1 lb | Ground beef (80/20) | Room temperature for 15 minutes if possible |
| 0.5 cup | Panko breadcrumbs | |
| 0.25 cup | Milk | Any milk works |
| 1 whole | Large egg | Lightly beaten |
| 0.25 cup | Yellow onion | Finely grated or minced |
| 2 cloves | Garlic | Minced |
| 1 tbsp | Worcestershire sauce | |
| 1 tsp | Kosher salt | |
| 0.5 tsp | Black pepper | Freshly ground |
Sweet-Tangy Glaze
| 0.33 cup | Ketchup | |
| 1 tbsp | Brown sugar | Packed |
| 1 tsp | Apple cider vinegar | |
| 0.5 tsp | Dijon mustard |
Garlic Green Beans
| 1 lb | Fresh green beans | Trimmed |
| 1 tbsp | Olive oil | |
| 0.5 tsp | Garlic powder | |
| 0.5 tsp | Kosher salt | |
| 0.25 tsp | Black pepper |
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or heavy-duty aluminum foil.
~5 minIf using foil, spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the meatloaves don't stick. -
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze. Set aside.
~2 minTaste the glaze and add a pinch of salt or more vinegar if you prefer it less sweet. -
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, milk, beaten egg, grated onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands just until combined.
~5 minDo not overmix, as this can make the meatloaves tough and dense. -
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into an oval mini loaf (about 4 inches long and 2 inches wide). Place them on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
~3 min -
Spoon the ketchup glaze evenly over the tops of the 4 mini meatloaves. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
~15 minStarting the meatloaves first gives them a head start so they finish at the same time as the green beans. -
While the meatloaves are baking, toss the trimmed green beans in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
~3 min -
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spread the green beans in an even layer on the empty side of the pan. Return to the oven.
~2 min -
Bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp and the meatloaves reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
~15 minUse an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a loaf to ensure it's fully cooked. -
Remove from the oven and let the meatloaves rest for 5 minutes before serving.
~5 minResting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meatloaves moist.
Tips & Storage
- For easier cleanup, use a sheet of parchment paper over the foil.
- Grate the onion instead of chopping it; the juices will add incredible moisture to the meatloaf.
- If you prefer softer green beans, cover that half of the pan loosely with foil during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Storage: Store leftover meatloaves and green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or in a 350°F oven until warmed through.