Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Rotini
Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Rotini is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun spices and the creamy richness of cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe features tender steak tips seared to perfection, enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce, and served with perfectly cooked rotini pasta. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of spice and savory goodness that will please everyone at the table. Quick to prepare and adaptable to suit your taste preferences, this meal is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips, cut into bite-sized strips
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and add steak tips in a single layer. Season with Cajun spices and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add heavy cream and whole milk. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and smooth. Gradually mix in grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella.
- Return cooked rotini to the skillet with the cheese sauce, gently folding in seared steak tips. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg