Description
A flavorful fusion of classic meatloaf and Mexican taco seasonings. This easy, family-friendly recipe layers bold flavors with minimal effort, perfect for a vibrant dinner.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef, 80% lean
1 ½ cups corn tortilla chips, crushed
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 green bell pepper, finely diced
2 large eggs, whisked
1 (10 oz.) can Rotel tomatoes, undrained
4 oz. canned corn, drained
1 packet taco seasoning or 3 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese, grated
⅓ cup red taco sauce, mild or medium (optional)
2 tablespoons cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crushed tortilla chips, diced onion, diced pepper, eggs, Rotel tomatoes, canned corn, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of grated cheese
Mix until well combined but avoid overworking the meat
Transfer mixture to prepared pan and shape into a loaf
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and drizzle with taco sauce if using
Bake for 65 minutes, until meat reaches 160°F (71°C)
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing
Garnish with cilantro or parsley
Notes
Thrown tortilla chips can be substituted with breadcrumbs for a less crunchy texture
Rotel tomatoes can be replaced with diced tomatoes and jalapeños for freshness
Add ½ cup diced green chilies for extra heat
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (¼ of loaf)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg