Description
Steak Queso Rice is a delightful dish that brings together tender steak, fluffy rice, and a rich, creamy queso sauce for an indulgent experience. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family. In just under an hour, you can create a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor and can easily be customized to your liking. Top it with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños for an extra layer of taste. Enjoy this comforting rice bowl that satisfies without being overly heavy!
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 medium 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 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 for 5 minutes.
- For the queso sauce, slowly heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until smooth. Mix in garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
- Assemble by dividing rice into bowls and topping with steak strips and queso sauce.
- Garnish with cilantro, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or sour cream as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Choose high-quality steak cuts for the best flavor. Adjust the level of cayenne pepper based on your spice preference. Feel free to substitute the beef broth with chicken broth for a different flavor profile.