Chipotle Pepper Steak

hipotle pepper steak served in a rice bowl next to a hot skillet filled with cooked steak slices.

5 from 3 votes

Bold and flavorful Chipotle Pepper Steak and Rice Bowls made with tender steak, fluffy rice, and customizable toppings. An easy dinner packed with spice and ready in no time!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: adobo, chipotle peppers, rice bowls, sirloin steak, steak, steak bowls, texmex

Servings:

Calories: 198kcal

Author: Misty Tannery

Ingredients

2-3 chili peppers in adobo sauce canned
1-3 teaspoon sauce from same can
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chipotle pepper powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 lime juiced
¼ cup water
3 Tablespoons cilantro leaves
1 ½ -2 pounds steak sirloin or flank
1 ½ tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

In blender combine all ingredients except steak and oil. Blend until smooth.
Either cut meat to bite size pieces or leave whole to cut after cooking.
Pour marinade over steak and let sit 15-30 minutes while preparing rice and sides for bowls.
If using diced steak, heat cast iron or heavy skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and when hot add steak to form single layer. Let sit for about 30-45 seconds. Then flip and continue to cook until desired doneness. About 5 minutes
If cooking whole steak, grilling is best. But you can sear for 2 minutes on both sides then cook until desired doneness. .
Serve in rice bowls, burritos or tacos.

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