Hearty Steak Queso Rice: A Weeknight Wonder
This Hearty Steak Queso Rice recipe is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that combines tender sirloin steak, creamy queso, and fluffy white rice. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green chilies (canned, undrained)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then add cubed sirloin steak with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the steak until browned and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add beef broth to the skillet, and stir in softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in shredded Monterey Jack cheese and green chilies until melted and the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet, add the cooked white rice, and mix until combined and heated through.
- Serve immediately, with fresh cilantro as an optional garnish.
Notes
For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the steak seasoning. You can also use leftover rice to save time.