This easy, 1-bowl Mexican meatloaf is made with ground turkey, cheese, chilies and salsa! It’s perfect for a hands-off dinner the whole family will love!
A lazy Sunday, sleeping in, reading the paper, playing with the kids, making a dinner that cooks all day so we can sit around for supper together and discuss the week to come… These are things that do not happen in my house.
I’d like to think that may be possible someday, but I’m yet to see a family where this is the norm.
For us, we’re up early with the kiddos (M is 4, J is 2). On the weekends, M comes in our room and wakes us up. She climbs into bed with us and snuggles for a few minutes before announcing it’s time for everyone to get up.
Sometimes she fetches my slippers and lays out my toothpaste in the bathroom. She’s a sweetheart for sure, but I think she’s also trying to speed me along so I will go make her breakfast.
And once my feet hit the floor, we’re usually going, going, going until the late afternoon. Errands, parties, going for walks, putting together puzzles, reading books, maybe going out for lunch, coloring, more books, cleaning up, cleaning up, cleaning up…
It’s a bit relentless.
So for now, we don’t have Sunday suppers that take hours to prepare. We have dinner that I’m lucky to squeak out and get onto the table before I collapse in a heap.
And despite the chaos, I still demand healthy, fresh and flavorful. This Mexican meatloaf seriously checks each of those boxes AND it’s super, super easy. 🙌
Put all of your ingredients into a bowl (yup, just one bowl!), mix very well, shape into a loaf and bake.
Voila! You’ve got yourself a crowd-pleasing, cheesy, healthified (hello ground turkey and chopped fresh spinach, I’m looking at you) and flavor-packed meatloaf ready for devouring.
Add some brown rice or maybe some paprika potatoes (or my go-to 10-minute microwave “baked” potatoes), some steamed broccoli or a really simple spinach salad and suddenly, it’s a spread.
A spread worthy of Sunday! Without the all-day fuss.
Sunday doesn’t have to be an ordeal, and meatloaf definitely doesn’t have to be boring. Try this Mexican version and have a mini fiesta in your mouth any night of the week.
Enjoy!
XO,
Kathryn
P.S. Are you a meatloaf lover? Me too! Check out my BBQ cheddar turkey meatloaf — another 1-bowl turkey meatloaf that packs a serious flavor punch.
Also, be sure to check out my VIDEO for this easy Mexican-style meatloaf.
An easy, 1-bowl ground turkey meatloaf with cheese, chilies and salsa! You can use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this meatloaf gluten free.Mexican meatloaf
Ingredients
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6 Serving Size:
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Amount Per Serving: Calories: 510Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 177mgSodium: 1033mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 39g
Lisa @ Chocolate Meets Strawberry says
I’m the same as you Kathryn when it comes to dinner – nothing fancy for us either! The chaos of life just doesn’t allow it 😛 I’ve just pinned this – I would love to try making it with chicken mince. Sounds so yummy, and would make a great work lunch the next day too, I imagine 🙂
Kathryn says
It definitely makes a great lunch, Lisa! And I think it would be delicious with a ground chicken mix, too – let me know how you like it!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Since it’s just me and the hubster, Sunday is normally the day we cook dinner together. But we still don’t make anything that takes hours… mostly because he doesn’t want to be in the kitchen that long. That is a job for me. 😉 I happen to love a good loaf of meat and yours looks delish, Kathryn! LOVING the Mexican spin on this!!! I could probably eat half of this meatloaf all my myself! 🙂 Cheers, my dear!
P.S. Your daughter sounds absolutely adorable… slightly exhausting, but 100% adorable!
Kathryn says
Aw, so sweet that you guys get in the kitchen and cook together! And I have been known to eat several servings of this – just so tasty! And thanks, she is pretty adorable (not that I’m biased ;))
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
This is GENIUS! Two of my favorite things in one!
Kathryn says
Thank you Jennifer! Mine, too, which is why I’m obsessed with this meatloaf!
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
I’ve never met a meatloaf OR a salsa that I didn’t love, so this is right up my alley 🙂
Kathryn says
Haha, I feel the exact same way Sue!
Mahy says
I love anything Mexican and I can bet this will be on my favorite list–looks scrumptious!
Kathryn says
Thanks Mahy! I love anything Mexican, too, and this meatloaf definitely hits the spot 🙂
Lizzie says
Makes me want to go out and buy zingy striped towels!! Seriously, this looks fantastic. I think I’m going to cut the salt down just a tad and add some cumin, which we adore. I want this right now.
Kathryn says
Ha, thanks Lizzie! And yes, some cumin would be a delicious addition!
Adina says
Sounds very much like one of our Sundays. The only occasional break we get is sometimes (mostly in winter or when the weather is really bad) for 1 h 30 at noon when the kids are watching a children’s tale on tv. Then we can get on the couch as well with a good book in the hand. Otherwise…. just like you. The meatloaf looks amazing, I was thinking about making one again soon, thanks for the reminder.
Kathryn says
Ha, glad to know I’m not alone Adina! And glad to hear you occasionally can sit down with a good book – those moments are cherished, I’m sure 😉 Definitely put meatloaf back on the menu and let me know if you try this version. Packed with flavor!
simonacallas says
What a simple yet elegant and delicious meal for a family dinner ❤ We love meat loaf and I’m sure we’d love this one too 🙂 Congratulations for the wonderful photos! 🙂
Kathryn says
Thanks! This really does make the perfect family dinner – so full of flavor, but so easy! Hope you try it and let me know how you like it!
Frugal Hausfrau says
I am LOVING this!! and thanks for sharing this on Throwback Thursday! I’ll be pinning, too, so be sure to follow us there!
Mollie
Kathryn says
Thank you!
Carlee says
Yummy! We love Mexican flavors and putting them in meatloaf form is genius!
Kathryn says
Thanks Carlee! I’m a sucker for anything Mexican too 😉
Stephanie R says
My husband is always asking for meatloaf, which as you know gets very old. I have got to make this because it looks like a great twist on a traditional favorite!
Kathryn says
Thanks Stephanie! We love the flavors here, and it’s so easy to put together. Hope you give it a try!
Katie says
Awesome recipe, I have a very similar one called Fiesta Loaf (sounds horrifying but it’s amazing!) that uses many of the same ingredients and cilantro – yum! Found you at Friday Favorites, thanks for sharing!
Kathryn says
Love those flavors – and bonus for the cilantro! – and it makes it so fun to have in meatloaf form 🙂
Helen Fern says
This sounds like a delicious twist on traditional meatloaf. Would love you to come share on the “What’s for Dinner” linky!
http://www.lazygastronome.com/whats-for-dinner-sunday-link-up-32/
Kathryn says
Thanks Helen – it makes for such a tasty dinner! And I will definitely check out the link party 🙂
Janet Vinyard says
Hi Kathryn, This recipe sounds and looks so delicious! I love to use turkey for meatloaf and I love all the Mexican flavors plus the spinach that is added to this dish! Thanks for sharing and I look forward to trying this soon! Blessings, Janet
Kathryn says
Thanks Janet! I always use ground turkey for meatloaf and the flavors here are so fun 🙂 Hope you give it a try!
Alice says
Perfect, exactly the recipe I was needing, I’ve seen this in some places but I’ve never done it because I thought it was difficult but now that I’ve seen in your article that it’s simple to do, that’s great thank you.
Kathryn says
So happy to hear that Alice! I hope you love it!
Ana says
Very practical and easy to do, I did not know it was that simple, I’m sure to do.
Gabi Marquez says
Perfect recipe, looks like it was made for me, I have to do it urgently, I was looking for something like that, thank you very much for the recipe.
Bebel says
Its look really good. I wil try that recipe. Thank for sharing it
Eduardo says
Thank you for sharing this article.
Joana says
It seems to be very good this recipe I want to learn to do as fast as possible.
Tomas says
Really should be great this recipe, I will do here at home.
Debora says
hum, very good
Debora says
Hum, Very good
Carl says
I love this kind of food. Very good this recipe, I can not wait to try this wonderful recipe
Claudio says
Perfect recipe and article, a beautiful combination. Thank you
Vitoria says
Beautiful recipe. I’ll test soon
cesar says
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
Pedro says
I love Mexican food. Thanks for the recipe.
Adriana Silva says
Thanks for the recipe i´ll try it out!
Fernando says
Great to lunch at work 🙂
Jairo Dourado says
Nice one. Its look so good. I will try this recipe. Thanks for sharing
Alexandrina says
My God how hot a single recipe, I love, I will share with my friends who love to cook just like me.
Lazaro S. says
Many thanks for sharing this delicious Mexican meatloaf recipe, I made it along with my wife and it was a real delight.
Kathryn says
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it Lazaro!
App para fazer convites says
Sunday, mainly. Sacred day of being able to wake up late and enjoy the family. The question always remains: What are we going to eat today?
Paul Lonet says
Great job. Thanks fos sharing.
Andressa Silva says
This recipe seems to be delicious, I’ll try to make it here at home. I hope everyone likes it.
Kathryn says
I hope you enjoy it Andressa!
Gessica says
Muito bom este site
Tiago S. says
Mexican food is one of the tastiest in the world. It also has an incredible variety.
Anitta Torres says
I loved this recipe. I’ll do it today!
Kathryn says
Thanks! I hope you enjoy it!
Vania says
I feel like experiencing Mexican food. It must be very tasty.
joao vieira says
My favorite =D
Julia says
Delicious!! I’ll try it, do it for my family!
Aline says
I love Mexican food! I need to learn how to make these wonderful dishes !!!
Kathryn says
This is a really easy one – hope you give it a try!
Jersey Girl Cooks says
Meatloaf is such comfort food. This looks great!
Kathryn says
Thanks! 😊
Megan says
Love the use of salsa in this meatloaf! And that it can all be mixed in one bowl and done!
Kathryn says
Thanks! It’s so easy and so flavorful!
Shinee says
I love Mexican twist on classic meatloaf! YUM!
Kathryn says
Thanks Shinee!
Lauren Taylor says
This is the perfect twist for Taco Tuesday
Kathryn says
Thanks! Keeps dinner fun for sure!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed says
I always like a one bowl recipe so there’s not a lot of clean-up!
Kathryn says
Yes! Isn’t that so nice?!
Richa Gupta says
Wow love this amazing meatloaf recipe, looks yum!
Kathryn says
Thanks so much!
Rachel says
I love Mexican food!
Sabrina Freitas says
Delicious! I’m going to do it tonight and surprise the whole family. Loved it!
Kathryn says
Oh I’m so happy to hear that! I hope everyone enjoys it! 😊
Gabriel Cardoso says
I always like a one bowl recipe so there’s not a lot of clean-up! Yeah, you can tell I’m lazy hahaha
Kathryn says
Haha, I hear ya! 🙂
Henrique Medeiros says
I loved this article. Just discovered your blog and I already lvoe it!
Elena says
Very good. It must be delicious!
louise says
Very practical and easy to do, I did not know it was that simple, I’m sure to do. Thanks!!!
Como Fazer Sabonete Artesanal says
I do love mexican food!! Im gonna try it!
Nancy C says
Husband doesn’t like spinach, so wondering how this would work without it. We don’t do beef, so anything that spices up turkey is always interesting.
Kathryn says
Hi Nancy! I hear ya – we don’t do beef either at home. As for the spinach, it’s mainly for color and to add in an extra veggie. It doesn’t really impact the flavor or the texture, so I think you should be fine to skip it. Would love to hear if you try it and what you think!
Marcela says
É sempre bom aproveitar novas receitas…e essa da água na boca!!
gaby ferraz says
Perfect recipe, looks like it was made for me, I have to do it urgently, I was looking for something like that, thank you very much for the recipe.
Silvia Santos says
It was very good. Congratulations!!!
I’m enjoying these recipes.
Kathryn says
So happy to hear that! 😊
Tanara Araujo says
Perfect. Thanks and greetings.
You are an enlightened person.
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Gilson says
It was very good. Congratulations!!!
I love mexican food!! Im gonna try it!
Emily says
Congratulations on the site, I loved the content, I love this cuisine.
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Kathryn Doherty says
So happy to hear it! 😊
Alice says
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