Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema
A vibrant taco experience featuring slow-cooked beef, creamy chipotle sauce, and fresh toppings. This mexican-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes turns ground beef, chicken broth, chopped onion into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Brown 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, then drain excess fat. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp chili powder; simmer for 10 minutes until liquid reduces slightly.
- Step 2: Stir in 1/2 cup salsa verde and cook for 5 more minutes until flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 3: Slice 1 avocado and squeeze juice from 1 lime over the top. Whisk 1/4 cup sour cream with 1 tbsp lime juice to make a smooth chipotle crema.
- Step 4: Serve warm beef mixture in taco shells topped with avocado, chipotle crema, and extra lime wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bon Appetit Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema?
Mexican quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
