Description
This Chipotle Glazed Meatloaf recipe combines tender ground beef with smoky chipotle pepper and a sweet glaze of ketchup and golden raisins for a flavorful twist on classic meatloaf. Served with crispy sautéed Yukon Gold potatoes, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 10 oz ground beef
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp meatloaf spice blend
- 3 tbsp golden raisins, roughly chopped
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp ketchup
Potatoes
- 3/4 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper, to taste (used in multiple steps)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to get it ready for baking the meatloaf.
- Prepare the veggies and ingredients: Wash and dry all fresh produce. Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Roughly chop the golden raisins. Halve the Yukon Gold potatoes lengthwise and then thinly slice them crosswise. Finely chop the chipotle pepper, and be sure to wash your hands and cleaning surfaces thoroughly after handling it due to its spiciness.
- Make the chipotle ketchup glaze: In a small bowl, combine the ketchup with as much chopped chipotle pepper as you prefer to control the spiciness. Season this mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, chopped golden raisins, and meatloaf spice blend. Season with salt and pepper. Using your hands, gently mix everything until just combined, avoiding over-mixing for a tender texture.
- Shape the meatloaf: Place a large piece of foil or parchment paper on a sheet pan. Transfer the meat mixture onto the center of the foil and use the foil to shape the mixture into a tightly packed loaf approximately 10 inches by 3 inches, flattening the bottom so it sits evenly on the pan.
- Glaze and bake: Evenly spread the chipotle ketchup glaze over the top of the meatloaf. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the outside is lightly browned and the meatloaf is cooked through. Remove from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 2 minutes before slicing.
- Cook the potatoes: After the meatloaf has been baking for about 10 minutes, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the thin potato slices and cook, stirring occasionally, for 11 to 13 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Slice the rested meatloaf crosswise into 6 equal-sized pieces. Transfer both the meatloaf slices and the crispy potatoes to serving plates. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Chipotle Glazed Meatloaf with potatoes side dish.
Notes
- Handle chipotle pepper carefully; wash hands and cutting boards thoroughly to avoid irritation.
- You can adjust the amount of chipotle pepper in the glaze to control the heat level to your preference.
- Letting the meatloaf rest after baking helps keep it moist and makes slicing easier.
- Thinly slicing the potatoes ensures they cook evenly and become crispy in the skillet.
- Using foil to shape the meatloaf makes cleanup easier and helps maintain loaf shape during cooking.
