Description
A flavorful dish of tender steak bites combined with creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter (for steak)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season steak pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet over high heat, add olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter. Sear steak in a single layer for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, letting it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the drained pasta into the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Return the steak bites to the skillet and gently fold everything together, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Top with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use a hot skillet for a nice sear on the steak. Adjust the level of spice by using more or less Cajun seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: steak, pasta, Cajun, Alfredo, quick meal