One-Skillet Spicy Garlic Butter Parmesan Steak Pasta
A bold and creamy one-skillet pasta dish featuring tender steak bites, spicy garlic butter sauce, and Parmesan — perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
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8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or rotini)
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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½–1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
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¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup pasta water (reserved)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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¼ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until just al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
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Pat steak dry, season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp butter in skillet over medium-high. Sear steak until browned and medium-rare (2–3 mins per side). Remove and set aside.
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Add remaining butter to skillet. Sauté garlic for 1–2 mins until golden and fragrant. Stir in red pepper flakes.
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Add ½ cup pasta water and Parmesan. Stir until melted into a creamy sauce. Add cream if using.
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Toss in pasta and return steak to pan. Stir to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Substitute shrimp or chicken for steak.
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For added veggies, stir in spinach or sautéed mushrooms.
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Store leftovers up to 3 days and reheat with splash of cream or broth.