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Garlic Butter Pasta

Garlic Butter Pasta

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Rigatoni Pasta. Perfectly seared steak meets rich Garlic Butter Pasta for a meal that's quick, creamy, and unforgettable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Boil water for rigatoni pasta, cook al dente, drain, and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, season steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then sear until browned and set aside.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until it thickens.
  4. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted, then toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Add remaining butter and steak bites to the skillet, toss to coat, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 42gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a lighter version, you can swap sirloin for ribeye or flank steak, and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk to restore creaminess. Don't forget to add a pinch of salt to the pasta water for extra flavor and always taste as you go to adjust seasoning!
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