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Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Meatloaf

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A tasty twist on classic meatloaf, stuffed with creamy jalapeno goodness and wrapped in crispy bacon.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork (or sausage) Substitutions welcome
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Make sure it's soft for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapenos (fresh or pickled) Adjust for spice preference
  • 8 slices bacon For wrapping the meatloaf
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley For garnish before serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese and diced jalapenos together.
  4. Take half of the meat mixture and shape it into a flat rectangle on parchment paper.
  5. Spread the cream cheese and jalapeno mixture evenly over the meat rectangle.
  6. Carefully roll the meat over the filling to create a log shape, sealing the edges as you go.
  7. Wrap the stuffed meatloaf with the bacon slices, overlapping them and tucking the ends underneath.
Cooking
  1. Place the meatloaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
  3. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serving
  1. Serve the meatloaf hot, sliced into pieces, with optional sides like mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
  2. If desired, sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 860mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Make ahead by preparing the meatloaf and refrigerating it for up to a day prior to baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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