Steak Queso Rice
If you’re craving a comforting and satisfying meal, look no further than this Steak Queso Rice recipe. This dish combines tender steak strips, creamy queso sauce, and fluffy rice to create a delightful bowl that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a flavor-packed dinner that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak strips (sirloin or flank)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring beef broth, butter, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to a boil. Add rice and simmer until cooked (15-18 minutes).
- Season steak strips with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, warm heavy cream and melt in cream cheese. Stir in shredded cheeses until smooth; add garlic powder and cayenne pepper if desired.
- Assemble by placing rice in bowls, topping with steak strips and drizzling with queso sauce. Garnish with cilantro and diced tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg