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Smoked Meatloaf
This Smoked Meatloaf brings together the smoky flavors of chipotles in adobo, BBQ sauce, and smoked paprika. The Certified Angus Beef® Ground Chuck is mixed with sautéed onions and jalapeños, then smoked to perfection, creating a tender and flavorful meatloaf that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 3 hrs 30 min
- Total Time: 3 hrs 50 min
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 lb Certified Angus Beef® 80% Lean Ground Chuck
1 cup onion, finely diced
2 jalapeños, diced
2 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup BBQ sauce
2 chipotles in adobo, finely diced with liquid
2 tbsp cider vinegar
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
3 cups cornflakes, crushed
1/2 cup half & half
2 eggs
Instructions
1. Sauté Vegetables: In a sauté pan, sear the onion and jalapeño with butter over medium heat until the onions are translucent. Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix Worcestershire sauce, BBQ sauce, diced chipotles with adobo sauce, cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. Whisk to combine and set aside.
3. Mix Meatloaf: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cooled onion mixture, crushed cornflakes, half & half, eggs, and 1/2 cup of the glaze. Mix by hand until well combined.
4. Shape Meatloaf: Lay out a large sheet of plastic wrap and transfer the meatloaf mixture to the center. Roll into a tight round log, about 10 inches long. Refrigerate for at least six hours, or overnight if possible.
5. Preheat Smoker: Prepare smoker to 275°F. A grill set up for indirect cooking will also work.
6. Smoke Meatloaf: Set a cooling rack in a sheet tray, remove the meatloaf from the plastic wrap, and center it on the rack. Place in the smoker or on the cooler side of the grill. Smoke for 45 minutes.
7. Glaze Meatloaf: Evenly brush the meatloaf with a thick coat of the glaze. Smoke for another 30 minutes and reglaze. Repeat every 30 minutes until no glaze remains and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (3-3.5 hours total).
8. Rest and Serve: Allow meatloaf to cool and set for 10 minutes. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Resting Time: Allowing the meatloaf to rest helps the juices redistribute, making for a juicier slice.
Spice Level: Adjust the number of jalapeños and chipotles to suit your desired spice level.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables for a hearty meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 ounces
- Calories: Approximately 400-450 calories per serving (depending on specific ingredient brands and measurements)