Description
Savor these indulgent steak bites paired with cheesy rotini pasta tossed in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. This quick and hearty recipe combines tender, seared steak cubes with creamy, flavorful pasta for a perfect comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 pound steak (tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 ounces rotini pasta (use gluten-free pasta if needed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
- 1 cup heavy cream (substitute half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best flavor)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Steak: Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes and season generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear Steak Bites: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and butter. Once hot, sear the steak bites until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions (typically 8-10 minutes). Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Make Garlic Parmesan Sauce: In the same skillet used for steak, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Gradually mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Steak with Sauce: Add the cooked rotini pasta and seared steak bites into the skillet with the garlic Parmesan sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta and steak are evenly coated with the sauce, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and sprinkle optional chili flakes for an extra kick. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Use gluten-free pasta if you need to make this dish gluten-free.
- Swap butter with olive oil for a dairy-free alternative.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit them entirely.
- Ensure steak cubes are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese provides the best flavor and texture.
