Creamy Steak Pasta Easy Dinner
This Creamy Steak Pasta recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in a fraction of the time, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Tender, seared steak is combined with al dente pasta and a luscious, creamy Parmesan sauce for a satisfying and impressive dish.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Colander
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 pound pasta fettuccine or penne
- Salt for pasta water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the steak pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the steak to the hot skillet in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches).
- Sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until nicely browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remember, it will continue to cook a bit in the sauce.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic!
- Pour in the beef broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. This adds tons of flavor!
- Bring the broth to a simmer and then stir in the heavy cream.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Add the seared steak to the pasta and sauce. Toss gently to combine.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Garnish with fresh parsley (if using).
- Serve immediately and enjoy your amazing Creamy Steak Pasta!
Notes
For a more tender steak, pat it dry before searing and don't overcrowd the pan. Sautéing sliced mushrooms, onions, or bell peppers before adding the garlic to the sauce is a great way to add veggies. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of milk or broth if needed.