Description
Smoky Jalapeño Popper Meatloaf with Creamy Ranch Drizzle is a flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort food. With juicy ground beef, fresh jalapeños, and creamy cheese, this meatloaf is elevated by a zesty ranch drizzle that brings everything together. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, it transforms weeknight meals into an exciting culinary experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium smoky jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, jalapeños, breadcrumbs, eggs, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in the prepared baking dish. Top with ketchup.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- While baking, mix ranch dressing with lime juice in a small bowl.
- Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the creamy ranch drizzle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg