Description

Looking for a quick, indulgent dinner that combines two comfort food favorites? These Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Tortellini and Garlic Sauce are exactly what you need. Juicy seared steak meets cheesy pasta in a rich, garlicky cream sauce—ready in under 30 minutes. It’s the perfect easy dinner recipe when you want something hearty but fast. Great for weeknights, date nights, or food ideas that impress with minimal effort. Whether you need quick breakfast-for-dinner inspiration or easy dinner ideas with bold flavor, this dish hits the spot every time.

Ingredients

1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

9 ounces cheese tortellini

1 cup heavy cream

¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Pat the steak dry and cut into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt and pepper and let sit at room temperature.

2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak bites in batches for about 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

5. Return the steak to the skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter. Turn off heat and set aside.

6. In a separate saucepan, heat butter or olive oil over medium. Sauté garlic, then pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

7. Stir in grated parmesan and Italian seasoning, whisking until smooth and slightly thickened.

8. Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

9. Plate the creamy tortellini, top with steak bites, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

Let the steak rest before slicing to ensure maximum juiciness.

If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of pasta water to loosen it.

Always use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 37g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: steak bites, tortellini, garlic butter, creamy pasta, easy dinner recipe