Easy Chipotle Steak Bites Recipe
Easy Chipotle Steak Bites are a meat lover’s dream come true! Lots of delicious juice and tender steak bites smothered in a yummy buttery chipotle garlic sauce. This Easy Chipotle Steak Bites recipe is packed with so much flavor and is so easy to throw together! You basically need just 4 ingredients: beef, a can of chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, butter, and garlic. These take minutes of prep and minutes to cook. A super easy and quick recipe that packs quite a punch…The garlic butter sauce is to die for!
Beef Steak: I used picanha (beef Coulotte), but you can see other cuts of steak. Read below for more details. Salt and black pepper: For seasoning. Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce: These are the star of this dish! They add a wonderful smoky flavor to the steak. Check out my Ultimate Guide to Cooking With Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce. Oil: canola, vegetable oil, or even olive oil. Butter: You can use salted or unsalted butter, whatever you have handy. Garlic: I recommend using fresh garlic, which offers a more vibrant flavor profile and texture. Fresh cilantro: To garnish, this is optional! You can substitute for fresh parsley if you prefer,
Whether you prefer a lean and tender cut or a well-marbled, flavorful option, choose the cut that best suits your taste preferences and cooking method. Keep in mind that steak bites are smaller in size compared to traditional steak cuts, so they tend to cook relatively quickly. Monitoring the internal temperature with a meat thermometer and adjusting the cooking time accordingly is important. Remember that the steak bites will continue to cook a little after you remove them from the heat, so you can take them off the heat a few degrees below your desired internal temperature and allow them to rest for a few minutes to reach the desired doneness. I recommend testing a few steak bites to ensure they reach your desired level of doneness before serving.
Use a really hot skillet; this makes the steak crispier and develops that golden crust on the outside. DO NOT crowd the pan – cook the steak bites in 2 -3 batches. Do not move the steak bites for the first 1 or 2 minutes. You want it to sizzle and brown on one side before flipping them over. Don’t overcook the beef, or it will get tough; I recommend 1-2 minutes on each side. Deglaze the skillet with butter scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Appetizer: Serve steak bites as a tasty appetizer for gatherings, parties, or game nights. Skewer the steak bites with toothpicks for easy serving, and accompany them with dipping sauces such as chimichurri, garlic aioli, or a tangy barbecue sauce. Salad: Add steak bites to a fresh salad for a hearty and flavorful meal. Sandwich or Wrap: Create a delicious steak bite sandwich or wrap by placing the bites on a toasted roll or tortilla. Steak Bowl: Create a satisfying steak bowl by serving the steak bites on a bed of cooked rice or quinoa. Loaded Nachos: Top a bed of tortilla chips with steak bites, melted cheese, jalapeños, diced tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, and any other desired toppings. Bake them in the oven until the cheese melts, and serve them as loaded steak bite nachos.
Reheat Leftovers
When ready to enjoy the leftover steak bites, reheat them thoroughly. You can do this by briefly heating them in a skillet or microwave until heated through. Be careful not to overcook them, as they may become dry.
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Disclosure: This recipe was sponsored by Rumba Meats in April 2019. This recipe was originally published in April 2019. The recipe remains the same, but more notes, tips, photos, and information were added to the post in July 2023 to make it as helpful as possible!
