Chili Con Carne Meatloaf

Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Chili Con Carne Meatloaf—a bold fusion of classic comfort food and Tex-Mex flavors. Combining ground beef, pork, black beans, and a medley of chili-inspired spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander, this meatloaf is bursting with hearty, zesty goodness. A layer of melty cheddar cheese in the center and on top adds gooey richness, while sautéed onions, garlic, and bell peppers lend a fresh and fragrant touch. Finished with a golden crust in just over an hour, this recipe is as easy to make as it is to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a winning meal. Don't forget to garnish with fresh cilantro for that final pop of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 1 medium, finely diced Yellow onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 medium, finely diced Red bell pepper
• 400 grams (1 can) Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 200 grams (drained and rinsed) Canned black beans
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 100 grams, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, and red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, sautéed vegetables, canned black beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, panko breadcrumbs, eggs, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix the ingredients gently but thoroughly with your hands or a large spoon until well combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender meatloaf.

Step 5

Transfer half of the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top in an even layer.

Step 6

Add the remaining meat mixture into the pan, pressing it gently to form a smooth top. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top for a melty, golden crust.

Step 7

Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 71°C (160°F).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Step 9

Serve with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(161500.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	36329.0

Total Fat 513.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 1022.1mg	0%
Sodium 18249.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7469.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2033.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4684.7g
Protein 1542.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 27436.1mg	0%
Iron 1027.2mg	0%
Potassium 336804.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.4%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 73.5%