Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the flavors of Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce, a remarkable dish that combines tender steak tips seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce over perfectly cooked rigatoni. This comforting meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but also versatile enough to impress guests or satisfy family cravings any night of the week. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this dish offers a delightful experience that’s hard to resist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak until browned; set aside.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In the skillet used for steak, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Fold in the cooked steak tips.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg