Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
If you’re craving a comforting yet impressive dish, look no further than Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce. This delicious meal brings together tender steak tips seasoned with vibrant Cajun spices and creamy rigatoni enveloped in a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and guarantees satisfaction for even the pickiest eaters. With layers of flavor and an elegant presentation, it’s sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
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 (plus more to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak until browned on all sides, then set aside.
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency. Fold in seared steak tips.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg