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Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf

Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf for a Flavor Explosion!

Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf is a comforting dish packed with flavor and a creamy core that elevates traditional meatloaf.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 2 lbs Lean ground beef
  • 1 cup Diced onion
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 tbsp Seasoned salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried basil
For the Stuffing
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Diced jalapenos adjust to taste
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 8 slices Bacon halved

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine in a large bowl the ground beef, diced onion, beaten eggs, dry breadcrumbs, milk, seasoned salt, black pepper, and dried basil.
  3. Form half of the meat mixture into a loaf shape in a greased loaf pan.
  4. Distribute cream cheese pieces and diced jalapenos evenly on top of the meatloaf.
  5. Cover the stuffing with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the edges securely.
  6. Spread ketchup generously over the top of the meatloaf and lay the halved bacon slices on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  8. Allow the meatloaf to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a pop of color, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

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