This Tex-Mex Meat Loaf is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food staple. By blending ground beef with savory Rotel diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a hint of chili powder, you get a dish that is moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. The addition of bread pieces keeps the texture tender, while the final layer of chili sauce and shredded cheddar cheese creates a gooey, irresistible topping. It 226;ÂÂs an easy weeknight dinner that serves six and pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes or a simple green salad.
Tex Mex Meat Loaf
Description
This Tex-Mex Meat Loaf is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food staple. By blending ground beef with savory Rotel diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a hint of chili powder, you get a dish that is moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. The addition of bread pieces keeps the texture tender, while the final layer of chili sauce and shredded cheddar cheese creates a gooey, irresistible topping. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy weeknight dinner that serves six and pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes or a simple green salad.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, torn bread pieces, egg, Rotel tomatoes (undrained), chopped onion, chili powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until just combined.
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Transfer the mixture into an ungreased 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan, pressing it down evenly.
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Bake for 1 hour. Remove from oven and drain any excess liquid from the pan.
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Spoon the chili sauce evenly over the top of the cooked loaf and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the meatloaf rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 662.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29.5g46%
- Saturated Fat 11.1g56%
- Cholesterol 179.4mg60%
- Sodium 511.3mg22%
- Total Carbohydrate 40.8g14%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
- Sugars 6.5g
- Protein 53.5g107%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.