Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rotini Parmesan Sauce

This Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rotini Parmesan Sauce recipe is the perfect blend of bold spice and creamy comfort. Juicy steak, velvety sauce, and Cajun flair make this a dinner winner.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

1½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak tips, cut into bite-sized strips 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder ½ tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 12 oz rotini pasta 2 tbsp butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1½ cups heavy cream ½ cup whole milk 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1¼ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ tsp Cajun seasoning Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Boil: Bring salted water to a boil, cook rotini 8–9 minutes, drain, and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
Season: Pat steak dry and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sear: Heat oil and butter in skillet over medium-high. Sear steak 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Set aside.
Sauté: Add butter and garlic to skillet; cook until fragrant.
Simmer: Stir in cream and milk; simmer gently.
Melt: Whisk in cream cheese until smooth, then add Parmesan and mozzarella.
Combine: Toss in rotini; coat with sauce. Add steak and stir gently.
Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.

Notes

Use ribeye for maximum tenderness. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat. Swap steak for shrimp or chicken if preferred.

Nutrition

Calories: 640
Fat: 38g
Saturated fat: 20g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 980mg
Protein: 38g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g