Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Karen
Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls use lean ground beef to speed up the cooking time, making it a quick, light, and delicious meal that the whole family will love!
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When I was still working at the office, I always looked forward to Wednesday because that was burrito bowl day at our office’s staff cafeteria. Every Wednesday, I would get my favorite burrito bowl for lunch. Well, it’s been a long time but the cravings are still there.
Now that I work from home, I prep my lunch most days of the week, so I decided to put together my very own burrito bowl recipe with chipotle beef. And this one is a serious winner! It has some of my absolute favorite flavors and it’s one of those meals I could eat for several days straight and never get sick of it.
As I mentioned before, I made three ingredient swaps I made to lighten up my beef burrito bowl and make it better-for-you:
Lean ground beef – To reduce the amount of fat, I used 90% lean ground beef sirloin instead of fattier cuts like chuck or skirt steak. I also use a good amount of chipotle chile and spices to season the ground beef so it is still full of flavor – I promise you won’t miss the fat at all.
Greek yogurt – Instead of using sour cream, I topped my burrito bowl with a dollop of plain nonfat Greek yogurt which has similar tangy flavors and thick and creamy texture. I also love to make this substitute in dips and salad dressings, since Greek yogurt has less fat, more protein, and only a fraction of the calories!
Mazola Corn Oil – To lower saturated fats and cholesterol in the recipe, I used Mazola Corn Oil instead of lard for sautéing the meat. Mazola Corn Oil is an all-purpose, cholesterol free cooking oil that is a smart heart-healthy* choice for your family. *See Mazola.com for more information on the relationship between corn oil and heart health. You can reduce saturated fats and cholesterol in your meals easily with simple swaps, such as substituting butter with Mazola Corn Oil.
For those of you who meal prep, this recipe is just perfect because it’s so easy and versatile! You can reheat for lunch or dinner later during the week. It also freezes well as long as you keep it in an airtight freezer-safe container.
These burrito bowls are perfect for serving a crowd too (and much less messy than tacos!) I like to dish up the chipotle beef and set up a burrito bowl bar with all the toppings out so everyone can build their own bowl. Here are some of my favorite toppings:
- Rice (white rice or brown rice) or quinoa
- Black beans or refried black beans
- Shredded Mexican-blend cheese
- Pico de gallo
- Salsa
- Avocado
- Sliced jalapenos (fresh or pickled)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Chipotle Beef Burrito Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Mazola Corn Oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp chipotle chile powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- Toppings: black beans shredded cheese, pico de gallo, avocado, sliced jalapenos, Greek yogurt, cilantro, and lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat Mazola Corn Oil in a large large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and cook until it is no longer pink.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Stir in spices and water, and simmer on low under the meat mixture reduces to a saucy consistency, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To assemble the burrito bowls, divide cooked rice among bowls and top with the beef mixture. Garnish with desired toppings and serve immediately.
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