Easy Steak Queso Rice: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Experience the comforting flavors of Easy Steak Queso Rice, a quick Tex-Mex dish combining steak, creamy queso, and seasoned rice.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 10

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice Base

1 cup Long Grain White Rice can swap with brown rice
2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable or avocado oil
1 medium Onion finely chopped; shallots can be used
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best, garlic powder works in a pinch
2 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth is a good substitute
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce can use crushed tomatoes for chunkier texture
to taste teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
to taste teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked is best
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin omit for milder taste
1 tablespoon Dried Cilantro fresh cilantro can be used for garnish

For the Steak

1 pound Sirloin Steak can be replaced with chicken or tofu
2 tablespoons Butter can use ghee or oil for dairy-free
to taste tablespoon Montreal Steak Spice any preferred steak seasoning will work

For the Rich Topping

1 cup Pancho’s White Queso can substitute with favorite cheese sauce
to taste tablespoon Fresh Cilantro optional as a garnish

For Serving

4 pieces Flour Tortillas corn tortillas can be used for gluten-free

Equipment

Large Skillet
Separate Skillet

Method

Rice Preparation

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of long grain white rice and stir constantly for about 3-4 minutes until the rice is lightly browned and fragrant. Next, add 1 finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, continuing to sauté for another 2 minutes until the onions become translucent.

Cooking the Rice

Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 cup of tomato sauce, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil for about 2 minutes, then reduce heat to low, cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Steak Preparation

In a separate skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Season 1 pound of sirloin steak with Montreal steak spice and add to the skillet. Cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and let it rest.

Finalizing the Rice

Once the rice is finished cooking, remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Assembly and Service

To serve, place the rice on a large platter or individual plates, slice the rested steak, and arrange it on top. Drizzle with Pancho’s White Queso and sprinkle fresh cilantro over it. Serve warm with flour tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with colorful veggies like bell peppers and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

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