Steak Bites in Rich Garlic Butter Sauce with Creamy Parmesan Rigatoni
Indulge yourself with a comforting dish that combines the richness of steak and pasta: Steak Bites in Rich Garlic Butter Sauce with Creamy Parmesan Rigatoni.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 620kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb Steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz Rigatoni pasta
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup Beef broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season steak bites with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Sear steak bites until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in mozzarella until melted. Add cooked rigatoni and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
- Return steak bites to the pan and gently toss everything together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For added veggies, stir in sautéed mushrooms or spinach with the pasta. Be careful not to overcook the steak—sear quickly for best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcal | Fat: 35g