Cajun Steak Bites with Cheesy Garlic Shell Pasta Skillet
Savor the bold, smoky kick of Cajun-seasoned steak bites perfectly seared and paired with creamy garlic shell pasta. This quick, easy recipe combines tender beef with a rich, cheesy sauce, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners, hearty lunch ideas, or indulgent comfort food cravings. Packed with flavor and ready in under 40 minutes, it’s a must-try for anyone looking for delicious dinner ideas.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
- Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 450 g steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 225 g small pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat steak dry, cut into bite-sized cubes, and coat with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in skillet over medium-high heat; sear steak 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add cream and bring to a simmer.
- Cook pasta shells in salted water until al dente, drain, and reserve pasta water.
- Stir cheddar and Parmesan into cream until melted. Add pasta, toss to coat, and loosen sauce with pasta water if needed.
- Return steak to skillet, fold gently into pasta, garnish with parsley, and season to taste.
Notes
For extra spice, add cayenne pepper or more Cajun seasoning.Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture in the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 45gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 4mg
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