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Mexican Taco Meatloaf

Mexican Taco Meatloaf: A Cheesy Twist Your Family Will Love

Mexican Taco Meatloaf is a delicious blend of classic meatloaf and vibrant Mexican flavors, perfect for a family meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Meatloaf
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Corn Tortilla Chips or breadcrumbs if desired
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion can be replaced with white or red onion
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper can be switched with any color or omitted
  • 2 large Eggs use room temperature eggs
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes diced tomatoes can be used if unavailable
  • 1 cup Canned Corn black beans can be used as a substitution
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese swap in pepper jack for spicier flavor
  • 1/2 cup Red Taco Sauce optional topping
  • 1 tbsp Cilantro or Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Mexican Taco Meatloaf
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the ground beef, crushed tortilla chips, diced onion, bell pepper, whisked eggs, Rotel tomatoes, drained corn, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a lined 9x5-inch loaf pan, shaping it into a loaf.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Add taco sauce and remaining cheese if desired before proceeding.
  5. Finish baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. Rest the meatloaf for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with diced avocado or fresh salsa for added flavor. Refrigerate leftovers for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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