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Creamy Queso Rice Steak Strips

Creamy Queso Rice Steak Strips

A quick and easy recipe for Creamy Queso Rice Steak Strips. Tender steak, creamy queso, and flavorful rice make a delicious, satisfying meal that's ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak:
  • 1 pound sirloin steak thinly sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Queso Rice:
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain rice uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles (Ro-Tel) 10-ounce, undrained
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Steak:
    In a bowl, toss steak strips with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, Salt and pepper, 1 pound sirloin steak
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook steak strips for 3-5 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
    1 pound sirloin steak
  4. Make the Creamy Queso Rice:
    In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
    1 tablespoon butter
  5. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    1/2 cup chopped onion
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
    1 clove garlic
  7. Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
    1 cup long-grain rice
  8. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes and green chiles. Bring to a boil.
    2 cups chicken broth, 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles (Ro-Tel)
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
    1 cup long-grain rice
  10. Stir in cream cheese and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
    4 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  11. Assemble and Serve:
    Gently fold the cooked steak strips into the creamy queso rice.
    1 pound sirloin steak
  12. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
    1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  13. Serve immediately and enjoy your Creamy Queso Rice Steak Strips!

Notes

Customize the cheese, add your favorite veggies, or adjust the spice level to suit your taste.