Description
Steak & Queso Rice is a bold, comforting dish that combines juicy, seared steak slices with warm, fluffy rice and creamy queso sauce. It’s a quick meal packed with flavor and texture, ideal for weeknights or casual entertaining. With its balance of protein, carbs, and richness, this bowl delivers satisfying indulgence in just about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 pound skirt steak or flank steak
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked white jasmine rice
1 cup queso cheese sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, optional for serving
Instructions
1. Cook the rice according to package directions and keep warm.
2. Pat the steak dry and rub with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
4. Slice the steak thinly against the grain.
5. Warm the queso sauce in a saucepan or microwave until smooth and pourable, stirring frequently.
6. Spoon the rice into bowls, top with sliced steak, and drizzle queso over the top.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime if using.
Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 2–3 servings
Category: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: steak rice bowl, queso rice, easy dinner