Creampy Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites One-Pan
A hearty one-pan dish combining seared steak, creamy butter sauce, and cheese tortellini for a bold, family-friendly meal. Lemon and herbs balance the rich flavors for quick weeknight comfort.
Ingredients
- Sirloin or ribeye steak, diced
- 1 1/2 lbs
- Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp
- Salt and black pepper
- To taste
- Olive oil
- 2 tbsp
- Unsalted butter
- 6 tbsp
- Garlic, minced
- 4 cloves
- Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp (optional)
- Cheese tortellini (or gluten-free if needed)
- 12 oz
- Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp
- Fresh parsley (or thyme), chopped
- 1 tbsp
- Pasta water (to emulsify sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Heat olive oil in a skillet
- Season steak with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper
- Sear steak in hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side
- Add butter, garlic, and lemon juice to skillet; spoon mixture over steak
- Add tortellini to skillet, stirring to coat
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes and garlic powder
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender
- Stir in chopped herbs and pasta water to create a silky sauce
- Serve immediately
Notes
Use flank steak as a budget-friendly alternative
Add tomatoes or peas for extra flavor
Cultured butter enhances richness
Adjust lemon juice to taste
Add tomatoes or peas for extra flavor
Cultured butter enhances richness
Adjust lemon juice to taste
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 380mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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