Copycat Chipotle Steak Recipe
Easy copycat Chipotle steak recipe that gives you tender, juicy, flavorful steak. Savory steak to use for your bowls, tacos, salads and more!
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Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs flank steak no thicker than 1 1/2 inches thick
Steak Marinade-
- 7 oz can chipotle peppers in adobe sauce
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion yellow or red
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
Instructions
Marinating the Steak-
- Rinse the steak and pat it dry, then place it into a bowl, container or a plastic bag.
- Add the chipotle peppers (along with the sauce), oil, onion, garlic cloves, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin in a blender or immersion blender.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Pour the marinade over the steak and mix to ensure the steak is completely coated.
- Cover and allow the steak to marinate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- When ready to cook, let the steak come to room temperature for at least 25-30 minutes.
Cook Steak (Pan-Sear Method)-
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Once hot, drizzle some oil and let it heat until the oil shimmers. (You can use a non-stick skillet also.)
- Remove excess marinade from the steak and carefully add the steak to the hot skillet.
- Let the steak cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes, giving it a nice char. Flip the steak and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until it reaches desired temperate. (Use a meat thermometer if needed: 130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium.)
- Once the steak reaches the internal temperature or your desired doneness, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. (This allows the steak to finish cooking and lock in the juices.)
- Cube or slice the steak, going against the grain, and top with a flakey salt and lemon juice.
- Serve as desired immediately.