Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Juicy Steak Bites

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: ~750 per serving

✅️Ingredients:

For the Steak Bites

1 lb (450g) sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pasta

12 oz (350g) spaghetti or fettuccine

2 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Extra Parmesan cheese

✅️Instructions:

Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Cook the steak bites: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak bites with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear the steak bites for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Add butter to the skillet, toss to coat, and remove the steak from the pan. Set aside.

Prepare the garlic Parmesan sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, stir in Parmesan cheese, and season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.

Serve: Plate the pasta and top with the steak bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately!

Pro Tips

Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor

For extra creaminess, mix in 1/4 cup cream cheese.

This indulgent pasta dish is perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings!