Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites with Shell Pasta
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites with Shell Pasta is a delightful and indulgent dish that brings together tender steak bites and creamy, flavorful pasta for an unforgettable meal. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering a rich garlic and Parmesan sauce that beautifully complements juicy steak. With its easy preparation and family-friendly appeal, this one-pan wonder is sure to impress everyone at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 12 oz medium pasta shells
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear the seasoned steak bites for about 4-5 minutes until browned. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
- Lower the heat and whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss in cooked pasta shells, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
- Stir in the steak bites and heat everything through before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg