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Mexican Steak Queso Rice

Tender steak, fluffy rice, and creamy queso melt together in this rich Mexican skillet meal. A quick, comforting dinner packed with bold flavor and cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb thin sliced steak or steak strips
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup queso cheese sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes drained
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently so it does not burn.
  3. Add the thin sliced steak to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring often.
  4. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the steak. Stir well so the seasoning coats the meat evenly.
  5. Add the cooked white rice, diced tomatoes, and corn to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
  6. Pour the queso cheese sauce over the mixture and gently stir so the sauce coats the rice and steak.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover the skillet for about 2 minutes until the cheese melts.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve warm with fresh lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, add diced jalapenos or black beans when mixing the rice and vegetables. This dish also works well with leftover grilled steak. Slightly warm rice before adding it to the skillet so it mixes smoothly with the queso sauce.