Description
Cheesy Steak Queso Rice Skillet is a one-pan dish that combines hearty steak with creamy queso, offering a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
Rice
- 1 cup long-grain or jasmine rice
Queso Cheese
- 2 cups queso cheese
Bell Peppers
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
Onion
- 1 medium onion, diced
Garlic
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Additional spices, as desired
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Begin by cutting your steak into bite-sized pieces and seasoning them with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you enjoy. This will help infuse flavor right from the start.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil and sauté the diced onion and bell peppers until they are soft and fragrant. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook the Steak: Add the steak pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Rice: Stir in the rice, ensuring it gets coated with the flavorful juices from the meat and vegetables. Cook for an additional minute to allow the rice to absorb some flavor.
- Stir in the Queso: Pour in the queso cheese, stirring until everything is well combined and the cheese is melted and creamy. This is where the magic happens!
- Garnish and Serve: Once everything is mixed and heated through, remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh herbs or additional cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high-quality cheese for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Don’t overcook the steak to keep it tender and juicy.
- Let the skillet sit for a few minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Adjust seasoning to taste towards the end.
- Keep it covered while cooking to help the rice steam evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg