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Queso Steak Fajita Skillet

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This Queso Steak Fajita Skillet is a cheesy, hearty one-pan Tex-Mex dinner made with tender steak, fluffy rice, sautéed peppers, onions, and bold fajita seasoning. Finished with creamy queso, it’s an easy 30-minute skillet meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Minute Rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb steak (sirloin, flank, or skirt, thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup prepared queso dip (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak strips 3–4 minutes until browned but tender. Remove and set aside.
  2. Cook the Veggies: In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers about 5 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
  3. Add Rice & Sauce: Stir in rice, broth, tomato sauce, and fajita seasoning. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer, cover, and cook 5 minutes until rice is tender.
  4. Combine: Return steak to skillet. Toss everything together until heated through.
  5. Top with Queso: Drizzle or spoon queso over skillet. Let it melt into the rice and steak.
  6. Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve straight from the skillet or in bowls.

Notes

  • Swap steak for chicken or shrimp.
  • Use shredded cheese instead of queso and broil for a bubbly finish.
  • For low-carb, use cauliflower rice.
  • Add jalapeños or cayenne for extra heat.
  • Make with homemade queso for a fresher taste.

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