Steak Queso Rice : A Flavorful Recipe
If you’re searching for a satisfying and comforting meal, look no further than this Steak Queso Rice! Fluffy rice serves as the perfect base for tender steak strips, smothered in a rich and creamy queso sauce. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights, but it’s also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Whether enjoyed as a casual family dinner or a gathering with friends, this hearty rice bowl will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak strips (sirloin, flank, or ribeye)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine beef broth, butter, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then add rice and reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Season steak strips with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook steak for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Let rest before slicing.
- Warm heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add shredded cheeses while stirring until smooth. Mix in garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
- Divide rice into bowls topped with sliced steak and queso sauce.
- Finish with cilantro, diced tomatoes, jalapeño slices, or sour cream as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg