ONE-PAN COWBOY BUTTER TORTELLINI STEAK BITES 🥩🧈🍝
📋 Ingredients:
For the Steak Bites:
1½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
For the Cowboy Butter Sauce:
6 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
For the Pasta:
12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup reserved pasta water
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package directions until tender. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Pat steak pieces dry and season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak bites for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, then add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Add parsley and chives, mixing well.
4️⃣ Add the tortellini and steak bites back into the skillet. Toss until coated in the cowboy butter sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to create a silky sauce. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
5️⃣ Plate hot and garnish with extra Parmesan, parsley, and a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning for color and spice.
⏱ Preparation time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking time: 20 minutes
⏱ Total time: 35 minutes
🔥 Calories: ~620 kcal per serving
🍽 Servings: 4
