Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta
A hearty and effortlessly delicious dish combining tender steak bites with creamy, spicy Cajun Alfredo pasta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces twisted pasta (such as rotini)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Cooking the Steak Bites
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add steak bites and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Remove steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add cooked steak back to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter.
Cooking the Pasta
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a separate saucepan, combine heavy cream and Cajun seasoning over low heat.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Drain pasta and mix it with the Cajun Alfredo sauce.
Serving
- Serve steak bites over pasta and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with garlic bread and a fresh garden salad. Consider a sprinkle of chopped parsley for color. Pair with red wine for enhanced flavor.