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Cheesy Steak & Queso Rice

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Cheesy Steak & Queso Rice is a hearty, Tex-Mex inspired skillet dish featuring tender steak, colorful peppers, fluffy rice, and a creamy pepper jack queso sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican-style)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk (or half-and-half)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season sliced steak with taco seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak strips 2–3 minutes per side until browned but tender. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté peppers and onion until softened and lightly charred. Remove and set aside with steak.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook briefly. Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened.
  5. Stir in shredded pepper jack cheese to form a creamy queso sauce.
  6. Return rice, steak, peppers, and onions to the skillet. Pour queso sauce over and stir until well combined and heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Swap steak for chicken or shrimp.
  • Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for more spice.
  • Top with avocado, pico de gallo, or sour cream.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.

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