Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Bites Pasta

Creamy garlic butter steak bites pasta is a rich weeknight dinner with tender seared steak, glossy rotini, and a simple garlic cream sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is built for home cooks who want something satisfying without making dinner feel complicated. It uses familiar ingredients, clear steps, and a practical method that works for weeknights, family meals, or a cozy weekend plate.

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini pasta
• 1 lb steak, cut into bite-size cubes
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt, black pepper, and parsley

How To Make It

1. Cook the pasta in salted water until tender. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Season steak with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Sear steak bites in a hot skillet until browned, then remove.
4. Melt butter in the same skillet and cook garlic for 30 seconds.
5. Add cream and parmesan, then simmer until smooth.
6. Toss pasta with sauce, loosen with pasta water, then top with steak and parsley.

Helpful Tips

• Pat steak dry before searing for better browning.
• Do not boil the cream hard; a gentle simmer keeps it smooth.
• Add pasta water slowly until the sauce coats the rotini.

Storage And Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water, broth, or milk when the recipe needs moisture. For the best texture, keep crunchy toppings separate until serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken instead? Yes, chicken breast or thighs work well with the same garlic butter sauce.

What pasta works best? Rotini, penne, and shells hold the creamy sauce nicely.

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