Cheesy Steak & Queso Rice

Cheesy Steak & Queso Rice Skillet 🧀🥩🔥

This one-pan wonder combines juicy steak, melty queso, and fluffy rice for the ultimate comfort meal—ready in 30 minutes! Perfect for game day, weeknight dinners, or when you crave something indulgent.

Ingredients

For the Steak & Rice

1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced

1 cup white rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
2 cups beef broth (or water + 1 bouillon cube)
1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Queso Sauce

1 cup shredded cheddar
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack

½ cup heavy cream (or evaporated milk)
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes & green chiles (like Rotel)

½ tsp garlic powder

Toppings (Optional)

Fresh cilantro
Sliced jalapeños

Sour cream
Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Cook the Steak

Heat oil in a large skillet (oven-safe if broiling) over high heat.

Season steak with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté Veggies & Rice

In the same skillet, cook onion and bell pepper until soft (~3 mins).
Add garlic, rice, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 mins (or until rice is tender).

3. Make the Queso

In a saucepan, melt cream cheese + heavy cream on low heat.
Stir in cheddar, Monterey Jack, Rotel, and garlic powder until smooth.

4. Combine & Melt

Fold steak and queso into the rice mixture.

Optional: Broil 2-3 mins for a bubbly, golden top.

5. Serve Hot!

Garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream.

Tips for Success

🔥 Steak Hack: Freeze for 30 mins before slicing for thin cuts.
🧀 Extra Cheesy? Add a handful of pepper jack.
🌶 Spice It Up: Mix in chipotle powder or hot sauce.

Pair With

Warm tortillas
Crispy roasted veggies

An ice-cold beer or margarita

Dig in! Want a slow-cooker version or lighter swaps? Ask away! 😋