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Creamy Queso Rice with Steak

Creamy Queso Rice with Steak


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  • Author: tastyandchic
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Looking for the best creamy queso rice with steak? This recipe is quick, easy, and so cheesy! Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or special date night. Whether you’re craving a comforting steak dish or a cheesy rice bowl, this meal is the best! It’s easy, flavorful, and totally beginner-friendly. Save this easy queso rice with steak recipe for your next hearty dinner!


Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank or skirt steak
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 cup queso cheese sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste


Instructions

  1. Season steak with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet; sear steak 3–4 minutes per side, then rest and slice.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan; cook garlic until fragrant.
  4. Stir in rice; toast briefly, then add beef broth and cook until tender.
  5. Stir in queso sauce until creamy and smooth.
  6. Slice steak thinly against the grain.
  7. Serve queso rice topped with steak, cilantro, and tomatoes.

Notes

  • Marinate steak for extra flavor.
  • Add lime juice for brightness.
  • Use jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex