Description
Craving a quick dinner that delivers big on flavor and comfort? This One-Pan Steak Bites & Cheesy Garlic Butter Noodles recipe brings juicy, pan-seared steak and creamy, garlicky pasta together in under 30 minutes — all using just one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights or satisfying indulgent cravings, this easy recipe combines rich beef, melted cheese, and buttery noodles for the ultimate comfort dish. Ideal for fans of one-pan meals, easy dinner ideas, and hearty food options. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, comfort food, or just simple food inspiration, this dish ticks every box.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
0.5 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
8 oz rotini pasta
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
0.75 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
0.25 cup reserved pasta water
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water and drain. Set pasta aside.
2. Pat steak cubes dry. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce if using. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak bites in a single layer for 1.5–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
4. Add 1 tbsp butter and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté until fragrant, scraping the pan to deglaze. Return steak to coat briefly, then remove again.
5. Lower heat to medium. Add 2 tbsp butter and 2 minced garlic cloves to the same pan. Cook until fragrant (1 minute).
6. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
7. Whisk in mozzarella and parmesan. Stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Thin sauce with pasta water as needed.
8. Add cooked pasta into the pan. Toss gently to coat in the sauce.
9. Plate the creamy noodles, top with steak bites, and garnish with parsley and cracked black pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
For the smoothest sauce, always use freshly shredded cheese.
Let steak rest after cooking to lock in moisture before serving.
Don’t forget to save pasta water — it’s key for a silky, emulsified sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5–2 cups
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: one-pan dinner, steak and pasta, garlic butter noodles, easy dinner, comfort food