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

Are you looking for a fun twist on traditional meatloaf? Look no further than these delicious Taco-Meatloaf Muffins! This recipe takes all the flavors of a classic taco and combines them with the comforting taste of meatloaf, making for a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to become a new family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, these individual-sized meatloaf muffins are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ cups crushed corn chips
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 egg
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup taco sauce, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 12 meatloaf muffins

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine ground beef, ground pork, Cheddar cheese, corn chips, salsa, egg, taco seasoning mix, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix until well combined. Form mixture into 12 equally-sized balls and press into a 12-cup muffin tin. Baste each "muffin" with taco sauce to coat.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    397 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 121mg
    • Sodium: 773mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 236mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 370mg