Sweet and Spicy Honey Chipotle Meatloaf
A delightful twist on a classic comfort food, this Sweet and Spicy Honey Chipotle Meatloaf combines lean beef with sweet onion and a honey glaze for a flavorful family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb lean ground beef Choose lean ground beef to avoid excess fat.
- 1 small sweet onion, grated or finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp finely minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce Adjust quantity according to desired spice level.
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Glaze
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tbsp minced chipotle peppers in adobo
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, chipotle pepper in adobo, quick-cooking oats, whole milk, egg, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf about 2 inches tall and 4 inches wide, placing it on the lined sheet pan.
Cooking
- Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- While the meatloaf is baking, whisk together honey, minced chipotle, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
- After 30 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and coat the top with the glaze. Return it to the oven, glazing every 10 minutes until fully cooked (about 1 hour total).
Resting
- Once cooked, let the meatloaf rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes, side salad, or as a hearty sandwich with fresh greens. Adjust the spice levels in the glaze to suit your preferences.