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A vibrant plate of creamy queso rice topped with juicy, grilled steak strips, garnished with chopped herbs, the rice has a smooth, cheesy sauce with a golden-brown seared steak, all on a rustic wooden table styled with fresh ingredients and a rustic napkin.

Creamy Queso Rice with Juicy Steak Strips

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A creamy, cheesy queso rice with tender steak strips, perfect for a satisfying dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lb steak strips, cooked and seasoned
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, cook steak strips until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the steak, set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, stir in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then melt in cheese until smooth.
  5. Add cooked rice and steak strips to the cheese sauce, mix well.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to add sautéed onions or peppers for extra flavor.
  • Best served immediately while hot and cheesy.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High-protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg