Description
Tender, juicy steak bites tossed with shell pasta in a rich, garlicky butter Alfredo sauce. This dish combines the comfort of creamy pasta with the bold flavor of seared steak — indulgent, satisfying, and perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 8 oz medium shell pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook shell pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season steak bites generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Return steak bites to the pan and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality steak (like sirloin or ribeye) for the most tender bites.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing steak — work in batches if needed.
- For a richer sauce, add a touch of cream cheese or extra butter.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted broccoli or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared, Simmered
- Cuisine: American