Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb sirloin steak, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, for garnish
- Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sear the steak in a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil, seasoned with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; sear for 3-4 minutes until browned and remove.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the sauce by pouring in chicken broth and simmering, scraping up browned bits; lower heat and stir in heavy cream for about 2 minutes.
- Add the Parmesan cheese gradually, whisking until smooth; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Combine the cooked penne and seared steak back to the skillet; toss to combine with sauce.
- Garnish and serve hot, topped with green onions and parsley.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal richness and flavor. Avoid overcooking the steak to preserve its tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Cajun pasta, creamy pasta, steak pasta