Steak Queso Rice
Indulge in the warmth and richness of this Steak Queso Rice: A Flavorful Recipe, perfect for any occasion. This hearty dish combines tender steak strips with a creamy queso sauce, served over fluffy rice for a comforting meal that feels like a hug on your plate. With its quick preparation time and customizable toppings, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Each bite delivers a satisfying flavor explosion, making it a sure-fire favorite among both kids and adults.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak strips (sirloin, flank, or ribeye)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring beef broth, butter, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Season steak strips with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Let rest before slicing.
- Warm heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted; gradually whisk in shredded cheeses until smooth. Mix in garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
- Divide rice among bowls, top with steak strips, drizzle with queso sauce, and garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and sour cream.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg