Description
Dorito Meatloaf Casserole is a flavorful and cheesy twist on classic meatloaf, featuring ground beef mixed with crunchy Doritos, cheese, and tangy salsa baked to perfection. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for a hearty family dinner, combining familiar comfort food flavors with a fun, crispy topping.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed Doritos
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
- 1 cup crushed Doritos for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix Meatloaf Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, green bell pepper, egg, milk, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup crushed Doritos, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well but avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Form Casserole Base: Press the meat mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish to create an even layer.
- Add Salsa Layer: Spread the salsa evenly over the meatloaf mixture in the casserole dish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes to cook the meat through and allow flavors to meld.
- Add Toppings and Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil, sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup crushed Doritos on top. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the topping is golden and crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving to let it set for easier serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for beef for a leaner alternative.
- For extra spice, use spicy Doritos or add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the meat mixture.
- If gluten-free chips are used, this recipe can be made gluten-friendly.
- Make sure not to overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatloaf tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
