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Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips

Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy queso rice topped with tender and flavorful steak strips. This dish combines the richness of cheese with the savory goodness of perfectly cooked steak.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak
  • 1 lb sirloin steak cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 oz shredded queso quesadilla cheese
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Season steak strips with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  5. Stir in cream cheese, queso quesadilla cheese, and milk until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return steak strips to the skillet and stir to combine with the creamy queso rice.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro (optional) and serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the steak seasoning.