Cajun Steak Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Recipe
Indulge in a flavorful and comforting dish with Cajun Steak Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan. Tender steak tips seasoned with Cajun spices, served over creamy rigatoni pasta tossed in a rich cheesy Parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop, Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Cajun Steak Tips:
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 680 g sirloin or ribeye steak tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Cheesy Parmesan Sauce:
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 110 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 115 g cream cheese, softened
- 120 ml whole milk
- 360 ml heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Rigatoni Pasta:
- 340 g rigatoni pasta
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Boil a pot of salted water and cook rigatoni until tender. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sear the Cajun Steak Tips: Season steak tips, sear in a hot pan, and set aside.
- Prepare the Cheesy Parmesan Sauce: Make a creamy sauce with butter, garlic, cream, milk, and cheeses.
- Incorporate Cheeses and Seasoning: Mix in cheeses, seasoning, and adjust the sauce consistency.
- Combine Pasta and Steak Tips: Toss cooked rigatoni in the cheesy sauce, adding the seared steak.
- Finish and Serve: Plate the dish, garnish with parsley, and enjoy hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.
- Ensure the steak is cooked to your preferred doneness for the best texture.
- Save some pasta water to thin out the sauce if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 56g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun, Steak, Rigatoni, Cheesy, Parmesan, Creamy, Comfort Food
