Bold Cajun Steak & Creamy Honey Pasta Skillet
Indulge in the bold flavors of our Bold Cajun Steak & Creamy Honey Pasta Skillet! This one-skillet wonder combines tender sirloin steak seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious honey cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish transforms an ordinary dinner into a delightful culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal cleanup required, you can focus on enjoying your meal and the company around your table. Whether you’re hosting friends or treating yourself, this flavorful dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sirloin steak (or flank/ribeye)
- 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups beef broth (low sodium)
- Cajun seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cubed sirloin steak seasoned with Cajun spices for 5-7 minutes until browned; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add beef broth and let simmer.
- Stir in pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Lower heat and mix in heavy cream and honey; stir until combined and creamy.
- Return seared steak to the skillet, toss to combine, and let simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg