Description

This Cajun Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Alfredo Tortellini is the perfect blend of bold, spicy steak and creamy tortellini in a rich Alfredo sauce. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or indulgent weekend treat, it’s a one-skillet meal packed with comforting flavors. Quick, flavorful, and satisfying, this Cajun steak pasta dinner is sure to impress.

Ingredients

1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin)

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

2 tbsp butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

10 oz cheese tortellini

1 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Cut steak into bite-sized cubes and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak cubes for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, lower heat and melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

4. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

5. Add heavy cream and Italian seasoning to garlic butter. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.

6. Add tortellini to the sauce and mix well. Return the steak to the skillet and toss gently to coat.

7. Heat everything through for another minute or two and serve hot, garnished with more Parmesan and black pepper.

Notes

This recipe serves 4 people generously.

Reheat leftovers gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or milk.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and melt.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Cajun-Italian fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 720
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 46g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 21g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 43g
Cholesterol: 165mg