Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Penne
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Penne, a dish that perfectly balances savory steak bites with creamy pasta. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that brings family and friends together. With the bold kick of Cajun spices and the luscious creaminess of cheese, each bite is a celebration of flavor designed to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 7 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot; add salt and cook penne until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat and sear the steak until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; bring to a simmer. Add cream cheese and stir until smooth.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted; then add cooked penne and reserved pasta water as needed.
- Combine steak tips with the creamy pasta mixture; garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 742
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 123mg