The BEST Copycat Chipotle Steak Recipe (SUPER EASY + QUICK)

This copycat Chipotle steak is absolutely loaded with flavor. It combines tender pieces of beef with a blend of garlic paste, adobo sauce, and an assortment of fresh spices to make chunks of juicy steak that are to die for. Plus, it's a breeze to make. In fact, just a few simple steps are all you need to follow to make this incredibly delicious copycat Chipotle steak recipe!

The Best Chipotle Steak

I don't know about you, but I love getting the steak bowl at Chipotle. I mean, it's got the perfect balance of flavors, and I just love how the steak is always cooked until it's slightly caramelized, yet it's still tender and juicy.

Seriously, it's just so, so good! And I know I'm a bit biased, but I really think this is the best copycat Chipotle steak recipe out there. In fact, I'm even confident enough to say that this recipe is just as good - if not better - than the original.

And in addition to tasting delicious, this steak recipe also happens to be super easy to make! I mean, all you really have to do is just marinate the steak and then pan-sear it until it cooks to juicy perfection. That's really all there is to it!

Also, since this Chipotle steak only uses one bowl and one skillet, cleaning up after you make it is a breeze too! And you know I'm a big fan of that.

By the way, since most of the time spent making this Chipotle steak recipe is spent letting it marinade, you'll have plenty of time to whip up some delicious sides to go with it, like this copycat Chipotle guac and these super crunchy air fryer tortilla chips.

 Ingredients

Another thing to love about this copycat Chipotle steak recipe is that it's made with just a few simple ingredients. In fact, I'm willing to bet you already have most - if not all - of the ingredients you'll need to make it at your house already!

Anyway, here's what you'll need for this Chipotle steak recipe:

• 2 lb. sirloin steak
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tbsp adobo sauce
• 1 tbsp ancho chile powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste

And here are some additional components to make a steak bowl:

• Rice
• Fajitas veggies
• Chili peppers

See, pretty simple stuff, right?

And if you have these ingredients, then you have almost everything you need to make this Chipotle barbacoa. It's another one of the best Chipotle copycat recipes you can make, so you'll definitely want to give it a try next!

Ingredient Substitutions And Suggestions

Now, while I recommend making this copycat Chipotle steak with the ingredients listed above, there are some ways you can put your own spin on it and possibly save yourself a trip to the store as well.

With that said, I'll go over some of my favorite ideas to try below.

Use Other Cuts of Steak

If you don't have sirloin steak at home, don't worry you can use another cut. Honestly, you can substitute the sirloin steak in this recipe for ribeye steak, flank steak, or even new york strip steak. In fact, I've even made this recipe with skirt steak before, and the results were still super yummy.

Use Some Add-ins and Toppings

If you'd like to take the deliciousness of this recipe up another notch, you can also incorporate some add-ins and toppings. Sometimes I'll fry up some bell pepper strips and combine them with the cooked steak. Then, I'll top those with some sour cream, freshly squeezed lime juice, and chopped-up cilantro. It's almost like a makeshift homemade burrito bowl - and it's so, so good!

Experiment With The Marinade Ingredients

Of course, this recipe calls for a blend of spices that - I think - taste the most like Chipotle's steak. But, with that said, if you want to add any extra flavor, you can increase the amount of adobo sauce, or add some crushed red pepper flakes to give the steak a spicy kick.

Also, if you don't have any garlic paste, you can substitute it with a teaspoon of garlic powder.

How To Make Chipotle Steak

Alright, now it's time for the fun part - making the Chipotle steak!

As I've mentioned a few times, this steak recipe is actually really easy to make. You basically just combine the marinade ingredients, add the steak to 'em, let everything marinate, and then cook the marinated steak on the stovetop until it reaches your desired doneness. That's really all there is to it.

Anyway, with that said, let's not waste any more time and get cooking!

Step 1: Make The Marinade

First things first, you'll want to take out a large bowl and combine the garlic paste, adobo sauce, chile powder, cumin powder, and dried oregano together. Then, once you've got all of your marinade ingredients added to the bowl, you can give them a stir until they're smooth and combined.

By the way, if the marinade looks too thick, then you can add a splash of water to smooth it out.

Step 2: Marinade The Steak

Now that the marinade is nice and smooth, you can season the steak with some salt and pepper as well.

Then, you can brush the steak on both sides with the prepared marinade, transfer it into a bowl, and cover it with plastic wrap. You'll want to let the steak sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge or overnight.

Step 3: Cook The Steak

Now, after the steak has marinated long enough, you'll want to heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Then, once the oil is hot, you'll want to transfer the marinated steak from the bowl to the skillet and cook the steak for a few minutes on each side until it reaches your desired doneness. For a medium-rare steak, you'll want to cook it until the internal temperature reaches 135°F.

Step 4: Slice And Serve

Now that the steak is cooked to perfection, you can remove the steak from the skillet and transfer it to a cutting board. Then, tent the steak with some aluminum foil so it stays warm, and let it rest for about 10 minutes.

Finally, slice your steak into bite-sized pieces and serve over rice with assorted veggies and other toppings to make a Chipotle burrito bowl.

Enjoy!

How To Store Chipotle Steak

This recipe for Chipotle's steak makes about 8 quarter-pound-sized servings. So, it'll make the perfect amount for a big family dinner or even meal prep for the week! 

Speaking of meal prep, if you have leftovers, the best way to store 'em is in the fridge in an airtight container. Stored this way, the Chipotle steak should last about 3-4 days.

Alternatively, if you want to store your steak for even longer, you can freeze it. Just transfer it to an airtight container - or freezer-safe bag - and it'll last for up to 3 months.

How To Reheat Chipotle Steak

When you're ready to enjoy your leftover homemade Chipotle steak again, you can either eat it cold or hot - it's great both ways.

Anyway, to reheat the steak, just transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment and heat it in the oven for about 12-15 minutes at 275°F.

You can even heat it up in a skillet. Just put it back on a skillet with a little oil and cook it over medium-high heat for about a minute (or so) on each side.

Wrapping It Up

Well, that's how to make Chipotle's steak at home in just a few simple steps!

Again, I know I'm biased, but I really think this steak tastes identical to the one from the restaurant. I don't know if it's the perfectly balanced marinade or the tender-cooked steak, but it's just so spot on.

It's hands down become one of my favorite steak recipes - and my family loves it too!

Anyway, I hope you like this copycat Chipotle steak as much as I/we do.

As always, if you give it a try, be sure to leave a comment below and let me know how it went!

More Copycat Chipotle Recipes

If you enjoyed this Chipotle steak recipe, we have a ton of other Chipotle copycat recipes that you can make next!

Here are some reader favorites:

• Pollo asado 
• Chipotle carnitas
• Chipotle chicken
• Chipotle barbacoa

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