Description
If you’re craving an easy dinner that bursts with flavor, you’ve found it. Savory Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Penne Parmesan Sauce is your new go-to comfort food—quick enough for weeknights yet impressive for guests. Juicy, spice-rubbed steak tips are seared to perfection and served over cheesy, creamy penne. This dish balances bold Cajun heat with the creamy richness of Parmesan for a cozy, hearty meal. It’s perfect for fans of easy recipes, dinner ideas, and indulgent food ideas all in one bite.
Ingredients
1 pound steak tips
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Sear for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside to rest.
2. Cook penne pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add cooked penne to sauce and toss to coat.
6. Serve penne topped with Cajun steak tips. Garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Let the steak rest after cooking to retain its juices.
Add a splash of cream or milk when reheating to maintain the sauce’s texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 720
- Fat: 38
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 39
- Cholesterol: 135
Keywords: easy dinner, steak pasta, creamy penne, cajun steak tips, comfort food, food ideas, quick dinner