Chipotle Steak & Rice Protein Bowls
Savor the smoky goodness of our chipotle-marinated steak, perfectly grilled to juicy perfection and paired with light, fluffy rice. This vibrant protein bowl bursts with flavor and is designed to satisfy your cravings without compromising your healthy eating goals. Get ready to elevate your meal prep with this delicious twist on a classic favorite!
Prep
15
min
Cook
420
min
Serves
10
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 10🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 4 pounds of lean steak, specifically flank (1.81 kg)use whatever lean steak you want
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 250 grams reduced fat cheddar (8.82 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Sear the edges of the steak before placing it in the slow cooker.
- 2
Blend all the ingredients you see on screen and toss it into your slow cooker with the meat. Cook on low for six to seven hours.
- 3
After cooking, add the reduced fat cheddar.
- 4
Separate into 10 bowls, add your rice, and enjoy.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Sear steak at 400-450°F for 2-3 minutes per edge to create Maillard browning compounds that will survive the 6-7 hour slow cooking process and prevent flavor dilution.technique400-450°F, 2-3 minutes
- ✓Add reduced fat cheddar in the final 15 minutes of slow cooking rather than after, allowing proteins to melt at 150-160°F without breaking and creating a smoother sauce integration.timing15 minutes, 150-160°F
- ✓Cook rice with a 1.5:1 water to rice ratio and let it rest 10 minutes off heat so starches fully gelatinize, preventing mushy texture when mixed with slow cooker juices.technique1.5:1 ratio, 10 minutes rest
- ✓Use chuck roast or beef short ribs instead of lean cuts because connective tissue breaks down into gelatin during 6-7 hour slow cooking, creating 25% more tender results.ingredient25% more tender
- ✓Blend chipotle sauce ingredients until completely smooth (30-45 seconds) because chunky pieces won't distribute evenly in slow cooker liquid and create uneven heat distribution.equipment30-45 seconds
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Prep
15
min
Cook
420
min
Serves
10
people
Level
intermediate
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Chipotle Steak & Rice Protein Bowls
Savor the smoky goodness of our chipotle-marinated steak, perfectly grilled to juicy perfection and paired with light, fluffy rice. This vibrant protein bowl bursts with flavor and is designed to satisfy your cravings without compromising your healthy eating goals. Get ready to elevate your meal prep with this delicious twist on a classic favorite!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 10🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 4 pounds of lean steak, specifically flank (1.81 kg)use whatever lean steak you want
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 250 grams reduced fat cheddar (8.82 oz)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Sear the edges of the steak before placing it in the slow cooker.
- 2
Blend all the ingredients you see on screen and toss it into your slow cooker with the meat. Cook on low for six to seven hours.
- 3
After cooking, add the reduced fat cheddar.
- 4
Separate into 10 bowls, add your rice, and enjoy.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Sear steak at 400-450°F for 2-3 minutes per edge to create Maillard browning compounds that will survive the 6-7 hour slow cooking process and prevent flavor dilution.technique400-450°F, 2-3 minutes
- ✓Add reduced fat cheddar in the final 15 minutes of slow cooking rather than after, allowing proteins to melt at 150-160°F without breaking and creating a smoother sauce integration.timing15 minutes, 150-160°F
- ✓Cook rice with a 1.5:1 water to rice ratio and let it rest 10 minutes off heat so starches fully gelatinize, preventing mushy texture when mixed with slow cooker juices.technique1.5:1 ratio, 10 minutes rest
- ✓Use chuck roast or beef short ribs instead of lean cuts because connective tissue breaks down into gelatin during 6-7 hour slow cooking, creating 25% more tender results.ingredient25% more tender
- ✓Blend chipotle sauce ingredients until completely smooth (30-45 seconds) because chunky pieces won't distribute evenly in slow cooker liquid and create uneven heat distribution.equipment30-45 seconds