Best 3 Chipotle Copycat Lime Rice Recipes

The smoky, spicy, and incredibly flavorful Chipotle Lime Rice is a vibrant side dish that has gained immense popularity among food enthusiasts. Inspired by the iconic Chipotle Mexican Grill, this dish has become a go-to recipe for those seeking a quick, easy, and authentic Tex-Mex dining experience at home. With its zesty blend of lime and chipotle flavors, this rice dish perfectly complements a wide range of Mexican-inspired dishes, such as tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and fajitas. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating the best Chipotle copycat lime rice, exploring various methods, ingredient choices, and cooking techniques to achieve that perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHIPOTLE COPYCAT LIME RICE RECIPE

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This is a copycat recipe I found for this amazing rice, it works perfectly with a nice savory pulled pork that I use for making burritos. But it really is good enough to have on it's own. edit I will have to revisit this recipe soon and come up with more precise measurements and possibly using more generic rice.

Provided by Allan Lee

Categories Medium Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil or 1 teaspoon butter
2 teaspoons fresh cilantro
2/3 cup white basmati rice
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lime

Steps:

In a 2-quart heavy saucepan, heat oil or butter over low heat, stirring occasionally until melted.
Add rice and lime juice, stir for 1 minute.
Add water and salt, bring to a full rolling boil.(Some people have had success with 1 cup of water, but when I've made it with 2 it worked for me).
At boiling, cover, turn down to simmer over low heat until rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
Add in the cilantro and fluff rice with a fork.

COPYCAT CHIPOTLE BARBACOA BOWL WITH CILANTRO- LIME RICE

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You'll love this Chipotle Barbacoa Bowl Recipe! The Adobo sauce is a breeze to make, braising the beef is practically set it and forget it...then rice! Throw a party!

Provided by EmKenBken

Categories Mexican

Time 1h2m

Yield 6 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

1 medium red onion, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves
1 (7 1/16 ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 tablespoons kosher salt, divided
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (4 -5 lb) chuck roast
2 bay leaves
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, from one lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, washed thoroughly, roughly chopped
3 cups salsa
3 cups guacamole
3 cups pinto beans
3 cups monterey jack cheese

Steps:

For the marinade:.
To the bowl of a food processor or blender add 1/2 cup water, onion, garlic, 4 tablespoons adobo sauce (from can of chili's in adabo), 2 chipotle chili (also from can), chile powder, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon salt, cumin, vinegar, oregano, and black pepper.
Blend until completely smooth, add 1 1/2 cup water stirring to combine.
Marinate meat in adobo:.
Place meat in a large non-reactive container, with enough room for the adobo sauce.
Pour sauce over, turning roast to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 10 to 12 hours (overnight) for the most intense flavor; meat can be marinated for up to 2 days. Remove roast from marinade, pat dry with paper towels. Cut beef into 3 equal portions.
Cook Roast:.
Preheat oven to 275F .
In a large Dutch oven, combine beef with adobo marinade and bay leaves. Cover and cook until beef is tender and can be pulled apart with a fork, 6 to 7 hours.
Using a large slotted spoon or tongs remove beef to a large bowl. (reserve cooking liquid, discard bay leaves and whole chilis) Allow beef to rest, covered for 30 minutes, Shred beef using two forks or tongs, discarding excess fat. Taste adobo cooking liquid. (if it is too spicy or too salty, thin it out with hot water) moisten meat with 1 cup adobo cooking liquid, reserving the rest for later use.
Make Rice:.
In medium pot (about 2 to 3 quarts) combine water, rice, salt, and bay leaf. Boil, uncovered until steam holes appear in rice, and grains on surface appear dry, about 8 minutes. Cover pot and cook rice over lowest heat 15 minutes more, until moisture is mostly absorbed. Remove pot from heat and cover. Let rice stand for 5 minutes undisturbed Transfer rice to a medium bowl fluff with a fork, stir in lime juice and cilantro.
Assemble Barbacoa Bowls:.
Top desired amount of cilantro-lime rice with barbacoa and desired toppings such as Copycat Chipotle Fresh Tomato Salsa, Copycat Chipotle Guacamole, Copycat Chipotle Pinto Beans and Monterey jack cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.6, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 15, Cholesterol 187.4, Sodium 3141.6, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 68.8

COPYCAT CHIPOTLE® CILANTRO-LIME BROWN RICE

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This recipe is a great spin-off on your conventional (and let's face it, plain) side dish of rice at dinner. The brown rice provides a nutritious, fiber-packed alternative to white rice, and the cilantro and the lime gives this dish an extra dash of delicious Mexican flavor.

Provided by skinnymom

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups water
2 cups brown rice
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Bring water and brown rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 30 to 45 minutes.
Transfer brown rice to a large bowl and cool slightly, 5 to 7 minutes.
Whisk lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt together in a bowl; stir into rice. Fold cilantro into rice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1 calories, Carbohydrate 73.6 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 453.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh limes, cilantro, and garlic.
Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will help remove any starch and make the rice fluffy.
Don't overcrowd the pot when cooking the rice. This will prevent the rice from cooking evenly.
Let the rice cool slightly before fluffing it with a fork. This will help prevent the rice from sticking together.
Add the lime juice, cilantro, and garlic to the rice while it is still warm. This will help the flavors meld together.
Serve the rice immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

This Chipotle copycat lime rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its bright and tangy flavor, this rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.