Steak & Queso Rice: A Juicy Twist on Home-Cooked Comfort
A deliciously satisfying dish combining juicy steak with cheesy, flavorful rice, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound steak, cut into strips
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup queso cheese sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the steak strips and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, queso cheese sauce, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until everything is heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute chicken or tofu for the steak.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Steak, Queso, Rice, Comfort Food