Description

This Garlic Steak & Cheese-Filled Tortellini Skillet is the ultimate comfort food — juicy seared steak bites, creamy cheese tortellini, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce, all made in one pan. It’s a perfect quick dinner idea for busy weeknights or an easy recipe to impress guests. With bold flavors, simple ingredients, and minimal cleanup, this hearty dish checks all the boxes for a satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas or a cozy food idea with steak and pasta, this skillet delivers.

Ingredients

300 g sirloin or ribeye steak, cubed

350 g cheese-filled tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Take the steak out of the fridge 20–30 minutes early to bring to room temperature. Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Sear steak cubes for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water.

4. In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter and garlic. Sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

5. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.

7. Return steak to the skillet and mix gently or serve over the pasta.

8. Garnish with parsley or chives and extra parmesan. Serve immediately.

Notes

Letting the steak rest before and after cooking ensures it stays juicy and flavorful.

Reserve pasta water — it’s perfect for adjusting sauce texture without diluting flavor.

Freshly grated cheese melts much better than pre-shredded and adds more flavor to the sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 680
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 135mg

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