Description
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender steak strips, fettuccine, and a creamy Cajun Parmesan sauce, ready in about 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, sliced against the grain into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, divided
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz dry fettuccine pasta
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking water
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the steak. Pat the steak strips dry with paper towels. Sprinkle them evenly with 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Boil the pasta. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and the fettuccine. Cook according to the package directions until al dente, usually 10 to 12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sear the steak. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side and 1 to 2 minutes on the second, until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Cook the aromatics. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Start the Alfredo sauce. Add butter, allow it to melt, then stir in heavy cream, remaining Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the cheese. Gradually add Parmesan, stirring until melted. Stir in reserved pasta water to achieve a smooth sauce.
- Combine the pasta and steak. Add drained fettuccine and toss to coat. Return the steak and juices to the skillet and toss gently over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Finish and serve. Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
This dish can be customized with different proteins or vegetables to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 1,060
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 73g
- Saturated Fat: 38g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun pasta, steak alfredo, creamy pasta, one skillet dinner