Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Shell Pasta: A Creamy Delight! This dish seamlessly blends tender sirloin steak with creamy shell pasta, all enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to entertaining guests—this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also delivers an explosion of taste that will leave everyone wanting more. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, it’s the ultimate weeknight meal that combines comfort and sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear steak bites seasoned with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until browned (about 4–5 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes. Add fresh thyme.
- Lower heat and add cooked pasta, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir well to coat; adjust with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Return steak bites to the skillet and combine gently. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg