Crock Pot Mexican Meatloaf

Savor the bold flavors of the Southwest with this Crock Pot Mexican Meatloaf, a hearty and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food! Perfectly combining ground beef and pork with zesty ingredients like taco seasoning, diced green chilies, and fresh cilantro, this dish is a fiesta of taste in every bite. Topped with tangy salsa and slow-cooked to perfection, the meatloaf stays moist and tender while infusing with rich, savory flavors. The addition of shredded Mexican blend cheese and warm spices like cumin and garlic powder adds depth, making it irresistibly delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe is an effortless yet impressive dinner for family meals or casual gatherings. Serve it with rice, beans, or your favorite salad for a complete Mexican-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground beef
• 0.5 pounds Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 1 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 4 ounces Diced green chilies
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cups Cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons Cumin
• 0.75 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cups Salsa
• 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

Step 2

Crack the egg into the bowl and add the panko breadcrumbs and milk. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 3

Add the shredded Mexican blend cheese, diced green chilies, taco seasoning, cilantro, onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.

Step 4

Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape that will fit snugly in your Crock Pot.

Step 5

Spray the inside of the Crock Pot with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 6

Place the meatloaf into the Crock Pot and pour the salsa evenly on top of the loaf.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 160°F (72°C).

Step 8

Once done, carefully remove the meatloaf from the Crock Pot using a spatula or two large spoons. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with a side of rice, beans, or a green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1687.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3032.0

Total Fat 211.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 980.7mg	0%
Sodium 7955.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 217.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 1229.4mg	0%
Iron 23.9mg	0%
Potassium 3407.9mg	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: 62.2%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 9.4%