Description
Indulge in the comfort of Tender Seared Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce, a delightful dish that seamlessly blends juicy steak with creamy pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with Parmesan cheese, elevates your meal, making it a standout choice that impresses without requiring hours in the kitchen. This versatile dish invites creativity—feel free to swap steak for chicken or shrimp based on your preference. With its satisfying flavors and elegant presentation, this meal is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook shell pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season steak bites with salt and pepper; pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side; set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer; whisk in Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve topped with seared steak bites and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg