Steak Queso Rice: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food Classics
Steak Queso Rice combines tender steak with creamy queso and seasoned rice for a deliciously satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup queso blanco
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the flank steak with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until desired doneness.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add cooked rice and queso blanco, stirring to combine.
- Cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Slice the steak and serve it on top of the queso rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the steak in spices for an hour before cooking.
- This dish can be topped with avocado or jalapeños for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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