Description

Cheesy Steak Rice is a hearty one-pot dish combining tender steak, savory rice, and gooey melted cheese for a comforting, satisfying meal. It’s perfect for a quick dinner, lunch, or meal prepping.

Ingredients

1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or your favorite cut), cut into thin strips

1 cup long-grain rice

2 cups beef broth (or water)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking the steak)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of your favorite cheeses)

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the steak: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the steak strips with salt, pepper, and optional cumin and paprika. Cook the steak strips for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside.
Cook the onion and garlic: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
Cook the rice: Add the rice to the skillet with the onions and garlic, stirring for 1-2 minutes to toast the rice slightly. Pour in the beef broth, bring it to a simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let the rice cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Combine the steak and cheese: Once the rice is cooked, return the cooked steak to the skillet, stirring to combine. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the rice and steak, then cover the skillet for another 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Serve: Once the cheese is melted and everything is well combined, remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

If the rice seems dry while cooking, add a little more beef broth or water and cover the skillet to let the steam cook the rice more evenly.

This dish can be made with ground beef instead of steak for a quicker version. Ground beef cooks faster and adds a different texture to the dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg