Chili Meat Loaf

Bold, flavorful, and irresistibly tender, this Chili Meat Loaf recipe is a spicy twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring a perfect blend of ground beef, ground pork, and aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this hearty loaf is packed with mouthwatering Tex-Mex flavors. Finely chopped onions, minced garlic, and a kick of canned diced green chilies add layers of zest, while a rich glaze made with ketchup, chili sauce, and brown sugar creates a sweet, tangy finish. Baked to perfection and brushed with extra glaze for added caramelization, this recipe is an easy weeknight dinner that will elevate your meatloaf game. Serve it warm with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that the whole family will adore. Ideal for those searching for "spicy meatloaf recipes" or "Tex-Mex comfort food," this Chili Meat Loaf is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Ground beef
• 0.5 lbs Ground pork
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
• 2 (minced) Garlic cloves
• 0.75 cups Breadcrumbs
• 2 (beaten) Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 4 oz Canned diced green chilies
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Ketchup
• 2 tbsp Chili sauce
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix gently to incorporate.

Step 3

Add breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, milk, diced green chilies, and tomato paste to the meat mixture. Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the meat loaf tender.

Step 4

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down gently to create an even surface.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the ketchup, chili sauce, and brown sugar to make the glaze.

Step 6

Spread half of the glaze evenly over the top of the meat loaf. Reserve the other half for basting during cooking.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 60 minutes. About halfway through the cooking time (around 30 minutes), brush the remaining glaze over the top of the meat loaf.

Step 8

Check the internal temperature of the meat loaf with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 160°F (71°C). If needed, continue cooking for 5-10 minutes longer.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the meat loaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Slice and serve the chili meat loaf warm, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1690.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3044.4

Total Fat 185.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1038.7mg	0%
Sodium 5926.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 61.0g
Protein 206.4g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 482.4mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 2795.1mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 19.5%