Recipes

Chipotle Style Steak Rice Bowls

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July 02, 2025
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Made by Sailor Bailey

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Why These Steak Rice Bowls Are Your New Weeknight Go-To

These steak rice bowls are smoky, savory, and totally customizable. Packed with protein, veggies, and zesty flavor, they’re the ultimate weeknight dinner or meal prep solution. Think of it like your favorite burrito bowl—made fresh and fast at home!

Ingredients:

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  •   1 lb flank steak or sirloin, sliced thin
  •   2 cups cooked brown or white rice
  •   1 cup corn (roasted or canned)
  •   1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  •   1 avocado, diced
  •   0.5 red onion, diced
  •   1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
  •   0.5 cup chopped cilantro
  •   1 tbsp olive oil
  •   Salt, pepper, and chili powder to taste
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Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

Cook the Steak & Toppings

  1. Sear the steak: Season steak with salt, pepper, and chili powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear steak slices over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Set aside to rest.
  2. Warm the beans and corn: Warm black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave. Season lightly with salt.

Assemble the Bowls

  1. Build the bowls: Divide cooked rice among bowls. Top with steak, beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, avocado, and cilantro.
  2. Finish: Drizzle with lime juice and your favorite hot sauce or crema if desired.
  3. Serve: Serve fresh or store in airtight containers for meal prep!

Pro Tips

  • Let the steak rest: A few minutes off the heat before slicing keeps the juices in the meat instead of on the cutting board.
  • Get the skillet hot: A properly preheated pan gives you a deep sear in just 3–4 minutes per side.
  • Slice against the grain: Cutting across the muscle fibers makes even budget cuts taste tender.
  • Don’t overcook the corn and beans: They just need to be warmed through—a couple minutes is plenty.
  • Meal-prep smart: Store the steak, rice, and cold toppings separately so nothing gets soggy.
  • Make it your own: Swap in your favorite protein, add cheese, salsa, or pickled onions—this bowl is endlessly customizable.

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