Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips for a Cozy Dinner
This Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner, combining rich flavors with comforting textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 1 cup queso blanco cheese
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound steak strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add steak strips and season with garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Cook until browned.
- In a separate pot, combine cooked rice and queso blanco cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add diced tomatoes to the rice mixture and stir to combine.
- Serve the creamy queso rice topped with juicy steak strips, and garnish with green onions and cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the steak while cooking.
- Leftover steak can be used in salads or sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg