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Steak Bites and Cheesy Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Steak Bites and Cheesy Rotini in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Tanya Rivers
Bold, buttery steak bites meet twirlable, cheesy rotini in a velvety garlic‑Parmesan sauce that tastes like steakhouse luxury on a weeknight timeline. Every spiral grabs the creamy sauce while the seared beef brings irresistible char and juiciness. This easy dinner recipe is family‑friendly, date‑night worthy, and perfect when you need quick comfort, weeknight dinner ideas, or a guaranteed crowd‑pleaser fast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1050 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pasta Pot
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb sirloin (or ribeye/tenderloin), cut into 1–1.5 inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Pat steak cubes dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high; sear steak 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to a warm plate.
  • Boil rotini in salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter; add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently 1–2 minutes.
  • Whisk in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  • Add drained rotini; toss to coat, loosening with splashes of reserved pasta water until glossy. Season to taste and add optional red pepper flakes.
  • Return any steak juices to the pan. Serve creamy rotini with steak bites and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Cut steak into even cubes and dry well for best sear. Rewarm leftovers gently with a splash of cream or milk to revive the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 1050kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 66gFat: 62gSaturated Fat: 32gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 5mg
Keyword cheesy rotini, comfort food, easy dinner, garlic parmesan pasta, quick pasta, steak bites, weeknight meal
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