Creamy Cajun Steak & Cheddar Penne Skillet
Creamy Cajun Steak & Cheddar Penne Skillet is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender sirloin steak with rich, creamy pasta in just one pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into strips
- 12 oz penne pasta (or preferred pasta)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add penne and cook until al dente, then drain.
- Sear the steak: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, sear the steak strips seasoned with Cajun spices until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic: Reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Make the sauce: Stir in remaining butter, cooked penne, and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Serve hot: Enjoy immediately for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg