Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta
A comforting dish of tender steak bites with a spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce over twisted pasta, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Saucing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak (or chicken/turkey)
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Twisted Pasta: Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt and toss in the twisted pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sear the Steak Bits: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of olive oil. Season the sirloin steak with salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning. Add it to the pan in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the pan.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and melt the butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer. Add Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese, whisking until cheese melts. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Combine Everything: Add cooked pasta and seared steak to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or oregano before serving. You can also add sautéed veggies for a nutrient boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: steak bites, Cajun pasta, Alfredo, comfort food, quick dinner