Crock Pot Enchilada Meatloaf with Many Recipe Variations

This Crock Pot Enchilada Meatloaf is just the right combination of Mexican flavors and a classic American dish. The crumbled cornbread serves as the binder while adding a bit of sweet flavor.

Crock Pot Taco Meatloaf

Did you grow up eating meatloaf and mashed potatoes? Our mom didn’t make meatloaf very often so it’s not something that is in our childhood recipe box! However, we are always looking for new ground beef crock pot recipes, and meatloaf is an obvious choice.

We love how simple this Mexican-inspired version is and that it uses crumbled cornbread instead of breadcrumbs. This would be a great dish to make with leftovers of Maryann’s Sweet Cornbread.

Ingredients

• Red Enchilada Sauce
• Tomato Sauce
• Lean Ground Beef
• Shredded Cheese
• Prepared Cornbread
• Salt

How to Make Enchilada Meatloaf in the Slow Cooker

Step by Step Instructions

1. Prepare your slow cooker insert with nonstick cooking spray or a slow cooker liner. Then take a long piece of aluminum foil and cut in half. Line the insert with the two pieces so they hang over the side and make handles.  Spray the aluminum foil with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Mix together the red enchilada sauce and tomato sauce.  In a large bowl, use your clean hands or a spoon to mix ground beef, 1 cup of the enchilada sauce mixture, cheese, crumbled cornbread and salt.
3. Form into a loaf and place in the crock pot insert, ensuring that it isn’t touching the sides. Cover and cook until the internal temperature reads 160 degrees F.  Cover with the remaining enchilada sauce mixture and cook for an additional 15 to 30 minutes.  Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting.

Storage Instructions

Let leftovers cool. Transfer to an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Full ingredient amounts and recipe steps for slow cooker taco meatloaf is at the bottom of this post.

Recipe Variations

• Use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of hamburger.
• If desired, add diced onion and/or bell peppers.
• Add an egg to keep everything bound together, if desired.
• For extra flavor, add a packet of dry taco seasoning to the meat mixture.
• Substitute salsa or taco sauce for the enchilada sauce.
• Replace ketchup for the tomato sauce.
• Use your favorite type of shredded cheese. Cheddar cheese or Colby jack are my favorites.
• Before serving, sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips.

Perfect Sides for Meatloaf

Whether you want to go with a Mexican theme or an all-American one, we have some perfect pairings for you:

• Taco Chopped Salad
• Cheesy Frito Salad
• Spicy Roasted Zucchini
• Skillet Macaroni and Cheese

Recipe FAQs

• A thermometer like this one makes making meatloaf easy.  Set the goal temperature to 160 degrees F, and it will ding when the slow cooker Mexican meatloaf is ready.
• Use aluminum foil to line the pan, and make 2 handles. This allows for you to easily remove the crock pot Mexican meatloaf from the insert.
• We are always looking for ground beef crock pot recipes. Try Crock Pot Ground Beef Enchiladas and Slow Cooker Taco Soup.

Want an old-fashioned meatloaf recipe for your slow cooker? Try this one from Recipes That Crock.

Kitchen Tools

I love this large crock pot for making large meals like this one.

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