Chipotle Ground Beef

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This quick and easy Chipotle Ground Beef is packed with smoky, spicy flavor using pantry spices, tomato paste, and fresh lime juice—no blender or special tools required. Perfect for tacos, bowls, or meal prep, it’s a weeknight-friendly recipe the whole family will love.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Tex Mex

Servings:

Author: Serene

Equipment

large skillet

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon oregano
½ lime juiced

Instructions

Heat a medium size skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Break up the beef with a wooden spoon while cooking. Cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet. Then return to the stove and reduce the heat to low. Stir to combine all together and allow to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Squeeze the lime juice over the meat.
Serve as taco meat, in burritos, or in bowls.

Notes

Meal Prep Tip

Double the recipe and store leftovers in the fridge for easy lunches or last-minute dinners all week. This Chipotle Ground Beef holds up beautifully and gets even better after a day or two.

Reheats like a dream. Use it in:

Taco salads 🥗
Burrito bowls 🌯
Scrambled eggs + tortillas for breakfast tacos 🍳
Nachos or quick taquitos for a “fun dinner” night 🎉

Freezes well, too! Just cool completely and freeze flat in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

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