Description
One Pot Creamy Ranch Cajun Steak Pasta is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together tender sirloin steak, zesty Cajun spices, and a rich creamy ranch sauce—all in just one pot! Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe requires minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add steak seasoned with Cajun spices; sear until browned (3-4 minutes). Remove steak and set aside.
- Pour beef broth into the pot and bring to a simmer. Stir in penne pasta and cook according to package instructions (10-12 minutes) until al dente.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and ranch dressing mix until well combined.
- Return cooked steak, cherry tomatoes, and spinach to the pot; heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg