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Smoky Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf: A Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful meatloaf recipe infused with smoky jalapeño and cheese, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 jalapeño pepper finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ cup barbecue sauce for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, jalapeño, onion, garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Mix until well combined, but do not overmix.
  3. Transfer the meat mixture to a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
  4. Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  6. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.
  • You can also substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • Serve with a side of coleslaw or a fresh garden salad for a complete meal.

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