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A steaming bowl of Easy Steak & Queso Rice for a Cozy Night topped with melted cheese and tender seared beef strips serves as the perfect comforting meal.

Easy Steak & Queso Rice: One-Pot Creamy Delight

This comforting one-pot meal combines tender, seared steak with fluffy jasmine rice and a velvety, melted cheese sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Fusion
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Sirloin or Ribeye steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1.5 cups Jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 cup Queso Blanco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup Diced bell peppers
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Optional: Hot sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the sliced steak with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Add to the pan in a single layer and sear until browned.
  3. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside to rest.
  4. In the same pan, add the diced bell peppers and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and softened.
  5. Add the rinsed jasmine rice to the skillet, stirring for about one minute to toast the grains slightly.
  6. Pour in the beef broth, bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover tightly with a lid.
  7. Reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes or until the liquid is almost fully absorbed.
  8. Reduce heat to the lowest setting and fold in the cheese slowly until a creamy sauce forms.
  9. Return the seared steak to the pan, tossing gently until the meat is warmed through.
  10. Serve immediately, garnishing with optional cilantro or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, add a small splash of broth or water to restore the creamy consistency of the cheese sauce. For extra texture, consider adding black beans or corn.