Meatloaf Cooking Time Chart (350°F)


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This printable chart gives you reliable cooking times for meatloaf baked at 350°F, based on weight, meat type, and pan style. Bookmark it, print it, or keep it handy in the kitchen—this is the quick-reference version of everything that actually works.


Meatloaf Cooking Times at 350°F

Meatloaf WeightMeat TypePan / ShapeApprox. Cook TimeTarget Internal Temp
1 lbBeef (80/20)Free-form on baking sheet55–60 minutes160°F (71°C)
1 lbBeef (80/20)Loaf pan60–65 minutes160°F (71°C)
1–1¼ lbsBeef blend (beef/pork)Free-form60–65 minutes160°F (71°C)
1½ lbsBeef or beef blendLoaf pan70–75 minutes160°F (71°C)
2 lbsBeef or beef blendLoaf pan80–90 minutes160°F (71°C)
1 lbTurkeyFree-form50–55 minutes165°F (74°C)
1–1¼ lbsTurkeyLoaf pan55–65 minutes165°F (74°C)
1 lbChickenLoaf pan50–60 minutes165°F (74°C)

How to Use This Chart (So It Actually Works)

  • Always use a thermometer. Time gets you close, temperature finishes the job.
  • Insert the thermometer into the center of the thickest part of the meatloaf.
  • Pull the meatloaf as soon as it hits temperature, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • If your loaf is taller than usual, expect to add 5–10 minutes.
  • Glass pans cook slower than metal—factor that in.

Quick Reference: Safe Internal Temperatures

  • Beef or beef blends: 160°F
  • Turkey meatloaf: 165°F
  • Chicken meatloaf: 165°F

Pro Tip for Cleaner Slices

Let meatloaf rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This keeps the juices inside and gives you clean, steakhouse-style slices instead of crumbles.


Internal linking note: This chart pairs perfectly with:

  • How Long to Cook Meatloaf at 350°F
  • Meatloaf Internal Temperature Guide
  • Classic Meatloaf Recipe

(Recommended placement: after the main timing section or as a downloadable printable block.)

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