Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites with Shell Pasta
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites with Shell Pasta is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines tender steak bites with a rich, creamy sauce and al dente shell pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a comforting meal packed with flavor that everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 to 6 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 12 oz medium pasta shells
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear seasoned steak bites until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce; whisk until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Return seared steak to the skillet; mix gently to combine everything and heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg