Recipes to Recreate Some of your Favorite Chipotle menu items

A proper guide to recreate some of your favorite Chipotle most popular menu items at home. You can mix and match to build your perfect chipotle inspired meal.

1. Chipotle-Style Cilantro lime rice

Chipotle-Style Cilantro lime rice is a key component of many Chipotle dishes. Here’s how to make it at Home:

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup white or Brown Rice
• 2 Cups of water
• 1 Tablespoon of olive oil
• 1\4 Cup of fresh cilantro
• Salt to your taste

Instruction:

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, boil 2 cups of water.
3. Add rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Wait for about 15-20 mins until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
4. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the olive oil, lime juice and fresh cilantro, season with some salt to your taste.

2. Chipotle-Style Chicken

Chipotle’s Chicken is merinated in a flavorful, slightly spicy mix . here’s how to do it at Home.

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1\2 teaspoon of cumin
• 1\4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• Juice of lime
• Salt and pepper to your taste

Instruction:

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil , chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne, lime juice , salt and pepper.
2. Coat the chicken breast with the merinade and refregerate for at least 30 minutes , or overnight for more flavors.
3. Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 mins per side, or until cooked through.
4. Let the chicken rest for a few mins , then slice it thinly

3.Chipotle-Style Beef Barbocoa:

Barbocoa is tender, shredded beef cooked with spices, making it perfect for burritos or bowl.

Ingredients:

• 2 Ib beef chuck roast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped ( or use chipotle powder)
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 cup beef broth
• Salt and pepper to your taste

Instruction:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides, about 4-5 per side.
2.  Remove the beef and set aside, in the same pot, saute the onion and garlic until softened , about 3 mins.
3. Add chipotle peppers, cumin , oregano, and lime juice and cook it another min.
4. Return the beef to the pot , add the beef broth, and bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreddable.
6. Shred the beef with fork, mixing it with the cooking juices. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.