Description

Sear-licious steak bites paired with creamy, cheesy rotini smothered in garlic parmesan sauce—this quick dinner recipe brings gourmet flavor without the hassle. Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner idea, a cozy comfort food dish, or just new food ideas for steak and pasta lovers, this one checks all the boxes. It’s rich, satisfying, and a perfect recipe to add to your weeknight meal rotation. Think bold flavor, creamy textures, and a crowd-pleasing finish in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cubed

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp chopped parsley

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

10 oz rotini pasta

2 tbsp butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

½ cup reserved pasta water

¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta until just shy of al dente, about 8–9 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.

2. Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

3. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side.

4. In the final 30 seconds of cooking, add butter, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and remove from heat. Let steak rest.

5. In a clean skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

6. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth.

7. Season sauce with salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.

8. Toss cooked rotini in the sauce and simmer for 1–2 minutes so it absorbs flavor.

9. Plate the pasta with steak bites on top or to the side. Garnish with parsley and extra chili flakes if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Bring steak to room temperature before searing for even cooking and better texture.

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

Avoid crowding the pan when cooking steak bites—work in batches if necessary.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet & Stovetop
Cuisine: American-Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1½ cups
Calories: 720
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 135mg

Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, steak pasta, garlic parmesan, creamy rotini