Description
Cajun Steak Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender steak, zesty Cajun spices, and creamy cheese with perfectly cooked rigatoni. Each forkful offers a delightful explosion of flavor, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Quick to prepare and satisfying, this dish will certainly impress your family and friends, creating unforgettable mealtime memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 tbsp Cajun spice blend
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season the steak with Cajun spices and sear in a hot skillet until browned on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream; then gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked rigatoni and sliced steak with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg