Description
Bold, creamy, spicy, and savory — this One Pot Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Steak & Pasta is the ultimate quick dinner idea that brings gourmet flavor to your weeknight table. Tender cubes of seared steak are smothered in a rich, garlicky, spicy butter sauce and tossed with rotini pasta, all made in one pot for easy cleanup. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner recipes, comforting food ideas, or impressive date night meals, this creamy pasta delivers with punchy flavor and indulgent texture. It’s perfect for anyone craving an easy recipe that satisfies without a lot of effort. Great for fans of garlic butter steak, creamy pasta, and one-pot meals!
Ingredients
1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 small onion, finely diced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz rotini pasta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice or splash of white wine
Instructions
1. Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add steak cubes in a single layer and sear on all sides until browned (2–3 minutes per side). Remove steak and set aside.
2. Lower the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and onion. Sauté for 2–3 minutes. Stir in paprika and garlic powder.
3. (Optional) Deglaze with white wine or lemon juice. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
4. Add uncooked pasta to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer covered for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Once pasta is al dente and sauce thickened, stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and Parmesan cheese until melted. Return steak and juices to pan and toss everything to coat.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Always sear the steak in batches if needed to get that flavorful crust.
Use freshly minced garlic and good-quality butter for the most fragrant sauce.
Stir the pasta gently while simmering to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: one pot pasta, garlic butter steak, creamy spicy pasta, easy dinner, quick pasta, steak and pasta