Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells
Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells is a delightful dish that combines tender, juicy steak morsels with a rich garlic butter sauce and creamy pasta shells. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal that will impress your family and friends. Each bite offers a delicious blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz medium pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Season steak pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet once hot.
- Sear the steak bites for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Gradually stir in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta shells and steak bites back into the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg