Chipotle Beef & Potato Bowls – Easy Meal Prep for the Week
These Chipotle Beef & Potato Bowls are a quick, healthy, and high-protein meal prep option perfect for busy weeks. Packed with smoky flavour, roasted potatoes, and seasoned ground beef, this easy recipe is budget-friendly, satisfying, and ideal for lunch or dinner. Ready in under 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Chipotle Beef
- Avocado Spray Oil (Non-Aerosol)
- 1kg (2.2lb) - Beef Mince (5% Fat)
- 2 tsp (8g) - Onion Powder
- 2 tsp (8g) - Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp (8g) - Smoked Paprika
- 2 tsp (4g) - Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp (4g) - Ground Cumin
- 100g (3.5oz) - Chipotle Hot Sauce or Chipotle in Adobo
- Salt & Pepper
Crispy Potatoes
- Avocado Spray Oil (Non-Aerosol)
- 900g (1.9lb) - All Rounder Potatoes, Diced
- 1 ½ tp (6g) - Onion Powder
- 1 ½ tp (6g) - Garlic Powder
- 1 ½ tp (6g) - Smoked Paprika
- 1 ½ tp (6g) - Dried Oregano
- 1 ½ tp (6g) - Ground Cumin
- Salt & Pepper
Salsa (Pico)
- 3 - Tomatoes, Diced
- 1 - Red or White Onion, Diced
- 1 - Jalapeno or Serrano Pepper, Diced
- 10g (0.3oz) - Coriander (Cilantro), Roughly Chopped
- 1 - Lime, Juiced
- Salt & Pepper
Garnish
- Sriracha Mayo or Sauce of Choice
- Spring Onions
Instructions
- Chop all of the salsa ingredients and place them in a bowl. Season to taste and transfer to a separate meal prep container.
- Place the potatoes into a bowl, add all the seasonings and transfer to an air fryer or a lined baking tray. Spray with avocado oil and cook for 22 minutes at 190°c (375°f). If using an oven, increase the time to 30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Add avocado spray oil in a large, high-rimmed pan over high heat and add the beef. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 8 minutes or until browned and any liquid has evaporated. Add the seasonings and chipotle in adobo and cook, mixing well for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Serve the chipotle beef and potatoes in 5 x 750ml meal prep containers. Garnish with spring onion and drizzle over the sriracha sauce or sauce of choice. When reheated, serve with fresh salsa.
Nutrition Guide
The above nutrition guide is based on daily averages and is calculated for a single portion.
Recipe Notes
Storage Instructions
Fridge
Store in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Let the food cool slightly before sealing to prevent excess moisture.
Freezer
You can freeze the beef and potatoes separately for up to 2 months. For best texture, freeze without the salsa.
Reheating Instructions
Microwave on high for 2–3 minutes, stirring halfway through. Add a splash of water or stock if it looks dry. For oven: reheat at 180°C/350°F for 10–15 minutes, covered.
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