Easy Cheesy Taco Meatloaf Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This is a fun and easy Taco Meatloaf with cheese that the entire family will fall in love with.

Prep Time5

Cook Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: servings

Calories: 576kcal

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the ground beef, eggs, plain bread crumbs, salsa, taco seasoning, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a large bowl. Mix ingredients together until just combined, making sure not to over mix {I love to use my hands}.
Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish. You can use a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan, or shape the meat into a loaf shape on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking. Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
In the last 10-15 minutes add the taco sauce and shredded cheese to the top of the meatloaf. Return to the oven and continue to cook on low for at least 10 minutes or until topping is heated/melted. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Store leftover meatloaf in the refrigerator for up to a 3 days.

Gently mix meatloaf ingredients to avoid toughness. Combine just until evenly mixed.
Rest the cooked meatloaf briefly to redistribute juices before slicing.
Top with taco toppings like tortilla chips, cilantro and sour cream.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.