Cajun Steak Tips In Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Cajun Steak Tips In Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that expertly balances bold flavors with creamy textures. This delightful recipe features tender steak tips seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, perfectly combined with al dente rigatoni pasta enveloped in a luscious mozzarella cheese sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike. With each bite, you’ll experience the satisfying harmony of spice and creaminess, making it a meal you’ll crave time and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni: Boil water in a large pot, add salt, then cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the steak: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add steak tips, season with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Combine: Reduce heat to low, add drained rigatoni to the skillet with steak tips. Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve: Dish onto plates or bowls and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg