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Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips Recipe: Rich, Cheesy, and Restaurant-Style Comfort Bowl

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Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips is a rich, comforting one-pan meal featuring tender steak, spiced rice, and a velvety cheese sauce loaded with Tex-Mex flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • ½ cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear steak strips until browned, then set aside.
  2. In the same pan, sauté jalapeño and tomatoes.
  3. Add rice and toast lightly for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in beef broth and spices, then simmer until rice is cooked.
  5. Stir in butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, and cheeses until melted and creamy.
  6. Return steak to the pan and mix gently.
  7. Top with cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use ribeye for a richer flavor or sirloin for leaner option.
  • Add extra jalapeño for more heat.
  • Let the rice rest a few minutes before serving for best texture.
  • Leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream or broth.

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