Steak Queso Rice
This Steak Queso Rice recipe combines juicy, spice-rubbed steak, savory rice, and a rich, creamy queso sauce—all topped with fresh garnishes for a restaurant-quality bowl you can make in under 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, it’s bold, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
Ingredients
- For the steak:
- Steak strips (sirloin, flank, or ribeye)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Ground cumin
- For the rice:
- Jasmine or basmati rice
- Beef broth
- Unsalted butter
- Salt
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- For the queso sauce:
- Shredded white cheddar cheese
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Heavy cream
- Cream cheese
- Garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Optional toppings:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Jalapeño slices
- Diced tomatoes
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Bring beef broth, butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt to a boil. Stir in rice, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15–18 minutes. Fluff and set aside.
- Cook the steak: Toss steak strips with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin. Sear in olive oil for 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Make the queso sauce: Warm cream in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in cream cheese until melted. Slowly add shredded cheeses, stirring until smooth. Season with garlic powder and cayenne, if using. Keep warm.
- Assemble: Add rice to serving bowls, top with sliced steak, and drizzle queso generously over the top.
- Garnish and serve: Finish with your favorite toppings like jalapeños, tomatoes, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve hot.
Notes
- Queso can be customized with other cheeses like smoked Gouda or Colby Jack.
- Use portobello mushrooms or chicken for a protein swap.
- Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb option.
- For dairy-free, use coconut milk and plant-based cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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