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Spicy Cajun Steak with Parmesan Fettuccine Pasta

Spicy Cajun Steak with Parmesan Fettuccine Pasta

Tanya Rivers
Ready for a restaurant‑worthy dinner in under an hour? Spicy Cajun Steak with Parmesan Fettuccine Pasta brings a sizzling, blackened crust on juicy steak together with silky ribbons of Parmesan‑tossed fettuccine for the ultimate “easy dinner” win. The bold Cajun heat melts into buttery garlic, sun‑dried tomatoes, and fresh parsley for a weeknight showstopper that tastes like date night. Perfect when you need quick dinner ideas, a cozy comfort‑food favorite, or an easy recipe to impress without fuss—this hearty plate checks every box for dinner ideas, quick meals, and irresistible food ideas your family will crave again.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 780 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast‑iron skillet
  • Large pot
  • Tongs
  • Fine grater
  • Colander
  • instant‑read thermometer

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 (10 oz) New York strip steaks
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta, dry
  • 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup reserved pasta cooking water as needed
  • 1/3 cup sun‑dried tomatoes, oil‑packed, drained and sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Pat steaks dry. Season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; rest 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a cast‑iron skillet over medium‑high. Sear steaks 4–5 minutes per side for medium‑rare (or to desired doneness). Add 1 Tbsp butter to baste, then transfer to rest 5–10 minutes.
  • Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 3/4 cup pasta water; drain.
  • In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 Tbsp butter over medium. Stir in garlic 30–60 seconds. Add sun‑dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds.
  • Reduce heat low; stir in 1/2 cup pasta water and Parmesan until creamy, adding more water to loosen as needed.
  • Toss fettuccine with sauce, parsley, and lemon juice. Season to taste.
  • Slice steaks against the grain and serve with the Parmesan fettuccine. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

Let steaks rest before slicing to keep them juicy. For a richer sauce, add 1/4 cup heavy cream with the Parmesan.

Nutrition

Calories: 780kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 48gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 25mg
Keyword Cajun steak, dinner ideas, easy recipe, food ideas, Parmesan fettuccine, quick dinner, steak pasta
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