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Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta

A hearty and flavorful dish of juicy garlic butter steak bites served over twisted pasta with a rich, spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun Alfredo pasta, Comfort Food, easy recipes, Family Dinner, Garlic Butter Steak
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 590kcal

Ingredients

For the Steak

  • 1.5 lbs sirloin or ribeye steak Go for well-marbled steak for the juiciest flavor.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Perfect for high-heat searing.
  • 3 tbsp butter For that iconic garlic butter sauce; salted or unsalted both work.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Always use fresh for the best flavor.

For the Pasta & Sauce

  • 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli) The twists catch every bit of sauce.
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream For luxurious, silky Alfredo sauce.
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese The saltiness and nutty flavor really pull the sauce together.
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning Use store-bought or mix up your own.
  • 0.5 tsp paprika Adds smoky flavor; smoked paprika is recommended.
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.

For Garnish

  • Chopped parsley or green onions For a fresh, colorful garnish.

Instructions

Cook the Pasta

  • Get a big pot of salted water boiling and cook your twisted pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Season and Sear the Steak Bites

  • Toss your steak bites with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high and sear steak in batches for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden.

Make the Garlic Butter

  • Lower heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and stir in minced garlic for about a minute, until fragrant but not browned.

Whip Up the Cajun Alfredo Sauce

  • Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle on the Cajun seasoning. Let it simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.

Toss in the Pasta

  • Add your drained pasta to the skillet and toss until noodles are coated in the sauce.

Finish With Steak and Serve

  • Fold the steak bites back into the pan, stir to combine, plate, and sprinkle with parsley or green onion.

Notes

Let steak rest for a few minutes after searing to keep juices locked in. Adjust spice levels in Cajun seasoning to taste. Use fresh Parmesan for best results.