Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce is a delightful dish that combines spicy, tender steak tips with creamy rigatoni for an unforgettable meal. This comfort food features Cajun-seasoned sirloin or ribeye, sautéed to perfection and tossed in a rich cheese sauce made from heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan. The result is a comforting yet exciting dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a satisfying meal that impresses family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves four
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the steak until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Fold in seared steak tips gently.
- Serve immediately garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 440g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg