Chipotle Steak (Copycat)

A large white plate is filled with grilled steak cubes, reminiscent of a Chipotle copycat recipe, garnished with lime wedges. A blue and white checkered napkin is partially visible on the left. Fresh cilantro and half a lime are in the background.

5 from 6 votes

Copycat Chipotle Steak is a simple recipe that is full of flavor and is easy to make. Skip the restaurant and make your favorite steak bites at home.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Marinating Time (4-12 hours)4

Total Time4 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Author: Carrie Barnard

Cost: $24.94, $4.16 per Servings

Ingredients

3 pounds flank steak or sirloin
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce plus 2 tablespoons sauce
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, vegetable oil, lime juice, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Place the steak in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak and turn to coat evenly.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.
Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
Preheat the grill to high heat. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
Grill for 5–6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until the steak reaches your desired doneness.
Let the steak rest for 10 minutes.
Slice against the grain, then chop into small bite-size pieces.
Serve over rice, tortillas or on a salad. Enjoy!

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Notes

Marinating for the full 12 hours intensifies the chipotle flavor, but 4 hours will still provide a good amount of flavor.

Chipotle uses Mexican Oregano but Italian Oregano tastes great as well and is usually more readily available but either will work in this recipe.

Make sure your grill is fully preheated to achieve a really good sear.

Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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