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Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls

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Chipotle-style beef burrito bowls featuring tender, slow-braised shredded beef over zesty cilantro-lime rice, layered with sautéed peppers, black beans, corn salsa, guac, and fresh veggies for a customizable, meal-prep-friendly feast.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3–3.5 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 bowls
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Oven-Braised (or Slow Cooker)
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

Neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil)

2.5–3 lb beef chuck roast, cubed

1 onion, chopped

2–3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp ancho chile powder

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp dried Mexican oregano

2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo + 1 tbsp adobo sauce

1 can fire-roasted tomatoes

Beef broth, enough to cover

2 fresh bay leaves

Bowl components: sautéed bell peppers & red onion, steamed white rice (cilantro-lime infused), black beans, corn salsa, guacamole, shredded lettuce, lime, fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Heat oil in a Dutch oven, season beef with salt/pepper, and sear cubes in batches until browned.
  2. Remove beef and sauté onion for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic, spices for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in chipotles, adobo sauce, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Simmer gently.
  4. Add beef, broth, and bay leaves. Cover and braise for 3–3.5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  5. Let meat rest in juices for 20 minutes, then shred and season to taste.
  6. Meanwhile, sauté bell peppers & onions; prepare cilantro-lime rice; gather black beans and toppings.
  7. Assemble bowls: rice, shredded beef, peppers/onions, black beans, corn salsa, guacamole, lettuce; garnish with cilantro and lime.

Notes

  • Slow cooker option: After searing, transfer everything to slow cooker; cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  • Stovetop: Simmer gently for ~2 hours until tender.
  • Grain swaps: Use brown rice or cauliflower rice as desired.
  • Meal prep strategy: Store components separately for freshness and quick assembly.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/chipotle-beef-burrito-bowls/