Description
Steak Queso Rice is a flavorful and satisfying one-pan dish featuring tender steak strips sautéed to perfection, combined with fluffy cooked rice and creamy queso cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is an easy and delicious meal option that combines savory, cheesy, and aromatic flavors, garnished with fresh cilantro for a touch of brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb steak, cut into strips
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Main Components
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup queso cheese
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garnish
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, preparing the pan for cooking the steak.
- Season and cook steak: Add the steak strips to the hot skillet and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the steak, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add rice: Stir in the cooked rice with the browned steak in the skillet, ensuring the rice is evenly mixed with the steak and seasonings.
- Melt queso cheese: Pour the queso cheese over the steak and rice mixture, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and well combined, creating a creamy texture throughout.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top as a fresh garnish before serving.
Notes
- Use any cut of steak you prefer; flank or sirloin works well for quick cooking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced onions or bell peppers when cooking the steak.
- If queso cheese is unavailable, substitute with shredded Monterey Jack or a blend of cheddar and cream cheese.
- Leftover rice works best for this recipe as it prevents the dish from becoming mushy.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially the salt as queso can be salty.
