Description

This one-skillet buffalo ranch steak & mozzarella pasta is a bold, creamy, and satisfying dish made for quick weeknight dinners and easy cleanups. Featuring juicy steak, tender pasta, a spicy buffalo-ranch sauce, and melty mozzarella cheese, it’s a dream combo for fans of comfort food with a kick. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, a protein-packed meal, or easy recipes for flavorful weeknight cooking, this skillet pasta hits every mark. Its one-pan simplicity and hearty ingredients make it one of the most crave-worthy food ideas you’ll cook on repeat.

Ingredients

1 lb sirloin steak (or flank/skirt)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1 cup heavy cream
2 1/2 cups water or broth
8 oz penne pasta
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper.
Sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add ranch seasoning and stir briefly.
Pour in buffalo sauce, cream, and water/broth. Stir to combine.
Add pasta and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12–14 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While pasta cooks, slice the steak thinly against the grain.
Stir the steak into the pasta, then top with mozzarella. Cover to melt or broil until bubbly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes