Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Skillet Creamy Spicy Cajun Steak & Cheddar Pasta, a one-pan dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary delight. In just 30 minutes, this recipe combines tender sirloin steak, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich Cajun cream sauce that delivers just the right amount of kick. Perfect for families or entertaining friends, this hearty meal is sure to impress with its comforting yet adventurous taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak (thinly sliced)
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season sirloin strips with salt and pepper; cook until browned (3-4 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced red bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Boil salted water in a pot; 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; let thicken for 3-4 minutes.
- Return steak to the skillet; add drained pasta and cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese melts and everything is coated.
- 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 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg