How to Make Mexican Taco Meatloaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of both meatloaf and Mexican cuisine? Then this Mexican Taco Meatloaf recipe is for you! It's a delicious and flavorful twist on a classic meatloaf, infused with the bold and spicy flavors of traditional Mexican tacos. This dish is perfect for satisfying your meatloaf cravings while adding a little south-of-the-border flair to your meal.

It's no secret that meatloaf is a comfort food staple in many households, but sometimes it's fun to shake things up and add some new an...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
  • ¾ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup mild red taco sauce, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x5x3-inch loaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together beef, onion, tortilla chips, pepper Jack cheese, and taco seasoning in a large bowl until combined. Whisk together eggs, milk, and taco sauce in a medium bowl. Add to beef mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Press mixture into a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. Pour a strip of taco sauce down the center of loaf.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and browned on top, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of loaf should read at least 160 degrees F (72 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    272 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 468mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 264mg