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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Shells delight!

 

This Savory Steak Bites and Creamy Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort meal! Juicy, tender steak bites are seared to perfection and paired with a rich, garlicky parmesan cream sauce over pasta. It’s a quick, restaurant-quality dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Bites:
  • 1 lb sirloin steak cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For the Parmesan Pasta:
  • 8 oz pasta fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup pasta water if needed, for thinning sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Cook the Steak Bites:
  1. Season the steak with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned.
  3. Add butter and garlic, stirring for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove steak from the pan and set aside.
Make the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir until the sauce is smooth.
  4. Toss in the cooked pasta, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to reach the desired consistency.
  5. Add the steak bites back into the pan and mix everything together.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Best steak cuts: Use sirloin, ribeye, or filet mignon for the most tender results.
  • Pasta alternatives: Works well with fettuccine, penne, or even zucchini noodles.
  • Extra creamy: Add an extra splash of heavy cream or a little cream cheese for a richer sauce.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.

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