Sheet‑Pan BBQ Meatloaf & Roasted Vegetables

Published 2025-06-30

Meatloaf gets a modern makeover in this Sheet‑Pan BBQ Meatloaf & Roasted Vegetables recipe. As a professional food writer and home cook, I love turning a classic into an easy, all‑in‑one skillet dinner—except it’s a sheet pan. The tangy BBQ glaze contrasts beautifully with tender meat and caramelized veggies, and cleanup is a breeze. Here’s my no‑fail formula:


Ingredients

  • Meatloaf:

    • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)

    • 1 lb ground pork or turkey

    • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

    • ½ cup milk

    • 1 small onion, finely diced

    • 2 garlic cloves, minced

    • 1 large egg

    • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

    • 1 tsp salt

    • ½ tsp black pepper

  • BBQ Glaze:

    • ⅓ cup ketchup

    • 2 Tbsp brown sugar

    • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

    • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • Vegetables:

    • 1 lb baby carrots

    • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved

    • 2 Tbsp olive oil

    • Salt and pepper


Step‑by‑Step Process

  1. Preheat & Prep Pan
    Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with foil and spray lightly.

  2. Soak Breadcrumbs
    In a bowl, combine panko and milk; let sit 5 minutes until absorbed.

  3. Mix Meatloaf
    In a large bowl, mix both meats, soaked breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper. Handle gently—over‑mixing makes loaf tough.

  4. Shape & Add Veggies
    Shape mixture into a 10×4‑inch loaf on one side of pan. Toss carrots and sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on the other half.

  5. Bake & Glaze
    Bake 20 minutes. Whisk glaze ingredients, brush half over meatloaf. Return to oven 10 minutes, brush remaining glaze, and bake 5 more minutes until internal temp hits 160 °F.

  6. Rest & Serve
    Let meatloaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted vegetables straight from the pan.


Why It Works

  • Dual Proteins: Beef and pork/turkey blend for flavor and moisture.

  • Balanced Glaze: Sweet‑tangy BBQ complements savory meat.

  • One‑Pan Ease: Minimal dishes, maximum comfort.

This Sheet‑Pan BBQ Meatloaf & Roasted Veggies is guaranteed to become a family favorite—classic flavors, modern convenience, and that unbeatable BBQ finish. Enjoy every slice!