Description
This hearty Taco Meatloaf combines your favorite taco flavors into a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 packet (¼ cup) taco seasoning
- 1 cup white onion, finely chopped
- 4 ounces green chiles, drained
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1½ cups grated cheddar jack cheese, divided (1 cup and ½ cup)
- 1 cup salsa, divided in half
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray an 11×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, milk, eggs, taco seasoning, onion, green chiles, crushed tortilla chips, garlic, 1 cup of grated cheese, and ½ cup salsa. Use gloved hands to mix the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place in the prepared pan. Top with the remaining ½ cup of salsa.
- Bake for 1 hour 20 minutes. Top with the remaining ½ cup grated cheese and return to the oven to bake for about 5 minutes longer, until the cheese has melted and the center of the meatloaf registers 160°F.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped jalapeños or bell peppers to the mix.
- This meatloaf pairs well with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg