Cajun Cheesy Steak Bites with Rotini
A quick, flavorful weeknight meal featuring tender sirloin steak bites, spicy Cajun seasoning, and creamy cheesy rotini pasta, perfect for busy families.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Stockpot
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Chef’s Knife
- Wooden Spoon
- Colander
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
Ingredients
Steak Preparation
- 2 lbs sirloin steak cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Sauce and Pasta
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil 12 oz of rotini in salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Toss 2 lbs of bite-sized sirloin steak pieces with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté 4 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
- Return steak to the skillet, add cooked rotini, and toss to coat in the cheesy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish. Serve hot.
Notes
Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level. For a lighter version, swap steak for chicken or use low-fat cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
