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Ground beef burrito bowls served with lime on the side.
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Ground Beef Burrito Bowls

These easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowls are a quick, flavorful dinner made with seasoned beef, rice, beans, and all your favorite toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, they’re customizable, budget-friendly, and family-approved!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex Mex
Servings: 4
Author: Serene

Equipment

Ingredients

Chipotle Ground Beef

  • 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

Cilantro Lime Rice

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Toppings

  • black beans drained and heated
  • ½ cup tomatoes diced
  • ⅓ cup Monterey Jack cheese grated
  • 1 cup green lettuce sliced
  • ½ cup pico de gallo
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • diced avocado or homemade guacamole
  • fresh cilantro

Instructions

Prepare the Rice

  • Heat the oil in a medium size skillet or pot that has a lid. 
  • Add the rice and stir to coat in the oil. Cook until the rice is just beginning to toast, it should have a brighter white appearance. 
    Toasting rice in a skillet with oil.
  • Pour in the broth, then stir in the salt. Bring this mixture to a simmer. Cover with the lid and let this cook for 20 minutes. 
    Adding broth to rice in a skillet.
  • Remove the rice from the heat, keeping the lid on and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes. 
  • Remove the lid, fluff the rice up and then stir in the fresh lime zest, juice and chopped cilantro. 
    Adding cilantro and lime to cooked rice in a skillet.

Prepare the Meat

  • 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. 
  • Add the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and spices. Stir to combine all together and allow to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Squeeze the lime juice over the meat. 
    Ground beef with seasonings in a skillet.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Layer the rice, meat, beans and add any toppings that you prefer to make your bowl. 
    Ground beef burrito bowls served with lime on the side.

Notes

Prep Once, Eat All Week
Double the beef and rice! Store in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Store Smart
Keep toppings like lettuce, pico, and guac in individual containers to keep them fresh and crisp.
Reheat Like a Pro
Reheat beef + rice in the microwave with a splash of water or broth to keep it juicy. Add cold toppings after warming.
Make It Lunch-Friendly
Layer rice + beef + beans in a meal prep container. Pack toppings separately and add fresh at lunchtime!
Freeze for Later
Cooked beef freezes great! Let cool completely, then portion and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Serve With:
These burrito bowls are a full meal on their own, but if you’re feeling extra, here are some easy sides:

Nutrition

Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 1694mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1498IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 3mg