Grass-Fed Beef Jerky Snack Sticks with Spicy Chipotle Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

Homemade beef jerky sticks glazed with a smoky, spicy chipotle sauce make a perfect high-protein snack. This recipe (whole30, high protein), ready in about 375 minutes, turns lean grass-fed beef, thinly sliced, coconut aminos, chipotle powder 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 150 calories and feeds 6, 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 lean grass-fed beef, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 1 tsp chipotle powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup coconut aminos, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp chipotle powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced lean grass-fed beef to the marinade, coating each piece well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours to allow flavors to infuse.
3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 175°F and line a baking sheet with a wire rack.
4. Step 4: Arrange marinated beef slices on the rack in a single layer, ensuring pieces do not overlap.
5. Step 5: Dry the beef in the oven for 4-6 hours, flipping halfway through, until the jerky is dry but still pliable.
6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool completely before storing in an airtight container for a savory, spicy beef jerky snack.