Description
Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that tantalizes your taste buds with rich flavors and a creamy texture. This dish features tender Cajun-seasoned steak tips combined with cheesy rigatoni, making it perfect for family dinners, special gatherings, or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this meal is sure to impress everyone at your table. Its bold flavors and creamy goodness create a delightful experience that even picky eaters will love. Dive into this satisfying dish that brings the warmth of Cajun cuisine right to your dining room!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- Olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter; sear the steak until browned on all sides. Remove from heat.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning if needed.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce mixture; add reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency. Fold in seared steak tips gently.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 380g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg