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cheesy steak and rice

30-Minute Cheesy Steak and Rice Recipe Your Family Will Devour


  • Author: lucy
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring tender steak, flavorful rice, and melted cheese.


Ingredients

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  • lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season steak with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Add steak to the skillet and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  5. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Stir in rice and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Return steak to the skillet and gently mix with the rice.
  8. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet for best results.
  • Adjust cheese types to your preference.
  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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