Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf

Overhead image of jalapeno meatloaf cut into slices on a black tray.

4.24 from 39 votes

Spicy, cheesy, and loaded with the flavor of a jalapeno popper, this Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf mixes fresh diced jalapeno and sharp cheddar right into the beef, then bakes under a sticky-sweet ketchup glaze. It's a comforting weeknight main with a kick.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Jalapeno Cheddar Meatloaf, Spicy Meatloaf

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 20

Total Time 1 40

Servings servings

Calories 275kcal

Author Shelby Law Ruttan

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf Mixture

1½ pounds lean ground beef
2 large eggs ,beaten
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 slices hearty bread , torn into small pieces
2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese , grated
1 medium jalapeno diced (about 2 tbsp)
½ tablespoon worcestershire sauce (optional)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the topping

¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoon light brown sugar
½ teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉. Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray and set aside
Add the ground beef, eggs, onion, cheddar, jalapeno, oregano, basil, garlic, Worcestershire sauce (if using), breadcrumbs, and salt to a large bowl. Mix lightly with hands until combined. Don't over mix.
Place meat mixture in prepared loaf pan, patting the meat down into the pan to pack it and spreading it out evenly. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard. Using a spoon, spread sauce mixture over top of meatloaf.
Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour 10 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
Let baked meatloaf sit for 15 minutes. Drain fat from loaf and slice.
Serve with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

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