Description
Indulge in the irresistible fusion of savory meatloaf and spicy jalapeños with this Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf recipe. Each slice is a delightful blend of creamy cheese, zesty chilies, and juicy beef, guaranteed to elevate your dinner table. Easy to make yet impressive enough for gatherings, this dish will leave your guests raving and their bellies full. Perfectly paired with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad, it’s comfort food at its finest.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup fresh jalapeños, chopped (seeds optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup ketchup (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Finely chop the jalapeños; remove seeds for milder flavor if desired.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, chopped jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a lined baking sheet or in a loaf pan. Create grooves on top for ketchup.
- Spread ketchup generously over the meatloaf.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let it rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 665mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg