One-Skillet Spicy Garlic Butter Parmesan Steak Pasta
One-Skillet Spicy Garlic Butter Parmesan Steak Pasta is a quick, flavorful dinner combining tender steak, creamy garlic butter parmesan sauce, and a spicy kick, all cooked together in one skillet for minimal cleanup. This rich and satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you want an indulgent yet easy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be made Gluten Free (with gluten-free pasta), Dairy-Free (with substitutions)
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, tender cut
Produce
- 4 cloves garlic, freshly minced
Dairy
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Liquids
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Season the steak generously with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an initial spicy flavor. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steak for about 3-4 minutes on each side until a beautiful crust forms. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside to rest while you prepare the pasta and sauce.
- Sauté Garlic and Build Flavor: Using the same skillet, melt butter and add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic. This infuses the butter with rich, nutty aroma and flavor.
- Cook the Pasta: Add the pasta directly into the skillet along with beef broth and heavy cream. Simmer gently and stir occasionally, allowing the liquid to reduce and the pasta to absorb the rich flavors, cooking until al dente.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the freshly grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy, coating the pasta evenly. Adjust seasoning by adding salt, pepper, and extra red pepper flakes if desired for the perfect balance of heat and flavor.
- Combine and Serve: Slice the rested steak thinly and toss it back into the skillet, mixing gently with the creamy pasta. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use room temperature steak before cooking for even searing and juiciness.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the steak to achieve a perfect crust; sear in batches if necessary.
- Reserve a splash of pasta cooking liquid to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.
- Grate parmesan fresh for best melting and flavor, rather than using pre-grated cheese.
- Adjust red pepper flakes gradually to control the spice level to your preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of milk, cream, or broth.
- For freezing, separate pasta and steak if possible and add parmesan fresh when reheating to avoid sauce separation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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