Description
Mexican taco meatloaf delivers a spicy twist on classic comfort food. Hearty ground beef mingles with zesty seasonings, promising a delicious dinner that satisfies cravings for bold Mexican-inspired flavors. You’ll love this easy, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) crushed tortilla chips
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) salsa
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sour cream
- Optional: extra salsa
- Optional: cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a well-greased loaf pan and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine ground beef, taco seasoning, crushed tortilla chips, egg, shredded cheese, salsa, milk, onion, and garlic powder in a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blending all ingredients until evenly distributed.
- Carefully transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, gently shaping it into a compact, uniform loaf with smooth edges.
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71C) for safe consumption.
- After removing from the oven, allow the meatloaf to rest and settle for 10 minutes, which helps the juices redistribute and makes slicing easier.
- Slice the meatloaf into even portions and garnish with optional toppings such as fresh sour cream, zesty salsa, and chopped cilantro for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using homemade taco seasoning for a more authentic and personalized taste profile.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives to create lighter, diet-friendly versions of the meatloaf.
- Crush tortilla chips just before mixing to maintain their crispy texture and prevent soggy consistency in the final dish.
- Choose low-fat cheese and salsa options to reduce overall calorie content without compromising the rich Mexican-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 414 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg