Description
This One-Pot Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Steak & Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender seared steak pieces with a rich, creamy, and spicy garlic butter sauce. Cooked all in one skillet, it features perfectly cooked rotini pasta simmered in a luscious blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and beef broth, infused with aromatic garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes for a delightful kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting and hearty meal is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Oil, for searing (approximately 1 tablespoon)
Pasta and Sauce
- 2 cups rotini pasta (uncooked)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups beef broth
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Steak: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the bite-sized steak pieces with salt and black pepper, then sear them in the hot skillet until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside to retain the juices.
- Cook Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium, add the butter to the same skillet, and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, which should take about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it may turn bitter.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, beef broth, red pepper flakes, and grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the cheese is melted, creating a rich and creamy base.
- Cook Pasta in Sauce: Add the uncooked rotini pasta directly into the sauce. Cook uncovered over medium heat for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook until the pasta reaches al dente texture and has absorbed some of the flavorful sauce.
- Combine Steak and Pasta: Return the seared steak pieces along with their juices back into the skillet with the pasta and sauce. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and cook together for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the dish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish based on your preference.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or evaporated milk, though the sauce may be less rich.
- If preferred, other pasta shapes like penne or fusilli can be used instead of rotini.
- Resting the steak pieces after searing helps retain their juiciness in the final dish.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for better melting and flavor compared to pre-grated varieties.
