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September 16, 2025
Mexican Taco Meatloaf Recipe
Mexican taco meatloaf transforms traditional comfort food using taco seasoning and techniques learned from Mexican grandmothers who utilized leftover corn tortillas creatively. This fusion dish combines American comfort food concepts with authentic Mexican flavoring for unique dinner experiences. The cultural blend creates familiar yet exciting new family favorites.
This Mexican-inspired meatloaf with taco seasoning is a delicious comfort food dish. My Mexican grandmother would use leftover corn tortilla chips in our meatloaf, and everyone loved it! They all wanted seconds along with the recipe.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 9x5x3-inch loaf
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Ingredients
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
¾ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup milk
¼ cup mild red taco sauce, or more to taste
Directions
Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Mix together beef, onion, tortilla chips, pepper Jack cheese, and taco seasoning in a large bowl until combined.
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Whisk together eggs, milk, and taco sauce in a medium bowl.
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Add to beef mixture and stir until well combined.
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Press mixture into a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. Pour a strip of taco sauce down the center of loaf.
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Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and browned on top, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of loaf should read at least 160 degrees F (72 degrees C).
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Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 272 | Calories |
| 17g | Fat |
| 7g | Carbs |
| 22g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 272 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 17g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 40% |
| Sodium 468mg | 20% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 22g | 43% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium 106mg | 8% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 264mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
