Description
Looking for a bold and creamy dish that brings serious flavor in under 30 minutes? This Cajun Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Alfredo Tortellini combines juicy, pan-seared Cajun-seasoned steak with rich, cheesy tortellini coated in Alfredo sauce. It’s the perfect easy dinner idea when you want something comforting and packed with spice. Whether you’re craving a quick weeknight meal or indulgent dinner idea, this recipe delivers the best of both worlds — protein-packed, satisfying, and incredibly flavorful. Ideal for fans of creamy pasta, steak lovers, or anyone seeking out new food ideas that are both quick and impressive.
Ingredients
1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
1 ½ cups Alfredo sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Pat steak dry and season generously with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Remove and rest.
3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Slice steak against the grain into bite-sized pieces.
5. Boil tortellini in salted water according to package instructions (about 3–5 minutes), then drain.
6. Return tortellini to pot or skillet and stir in Alfredo sauce and Parmesan over low heat until creamy.
7. Plate tortellini and top with sliced steak. Spoon over any remaining garlic butter.
8. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Rest the steak for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy when sliced.
Add a splash of milk or cream when reheating the tortellini to keep the sauce smooth.
Fresh tortellini cooks faster and has better texture than frozen or dried versions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 800
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy pasta, Cajun steak, weeknight meal, quick comfort food