Description
Elevate your dinner experience with our Smoky Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf, a delightful twist on the traditional favorite. This dish features a savory blend of ground beef enveloping a creamy, cheesy filling packed with spicy jalapeños. The smoky flavors combined with a sweet barbecue glaze create an irresistible meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Best of all, it’s simple to make and offers delicious leftovers that can enhance sandwiches or hearty lunches. Discover the joy of comfort food redefined!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine both types of ground beef.
- Add breadcrumbs and mix well until incorporated.
- Pour in milk and mix until combined.
- Crack in the egg and stir until blended.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and cilantro until smooth.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease your loaf pan.
- Press half of the meat mixture into the bottom of the pan or onto the baking sheet.
- Spread the jalapeño cheese mixture over this layer.
- Top with remaining meat mixture, sealing all edges well.
- Brush barbecue sauce on top of the loaf.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
- Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg