Description
Indulge in the rich and exciting flavors of Skillet Creamy Spicy Cajun Steak & Cheddar Pasta, a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender sirloin steak, pasta, and a creamy Cajun sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering bold flavors in just 30 minutes. With its spicy kick and cheesy goodness, it’s sure to satisfy the whole family. Plus, the convenience of cooking everything in one skillet means less cleanup and more quality time around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into strips
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season sirloin strips with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (3-4 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced red bell pepper for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- Add beef broth to the skillet with vegetables; bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; thicken for about 3-4 minutes.
- Return cooked steak to skillet and add drained pasta along with cheddar cheese. Stir until melted and well combined.
- Serve hot with chopped green onions on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 582
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 105mg