One-Skillet Spicy Garlic Butter Parmesan Steak Pasta – Bold, Creamy & Flavor-Packed
Juicy seared steak, garlic butter cream sauce, spicy heat, and tender pasta come together in one skillet for a bold and comforting meal that’s ready in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip), cubed
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10 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini)
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4 tbsp butter, divided
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1 tbsp olive oil
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4–5 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/4–1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
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Optional: chopped parsley, lemon zest, pasta water
Instructions
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Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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Season steak with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
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In a skillet, heat oil and 2 tbsp butter. Sear steak 1–2 mins per side. Set aside.
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Lower heat. Add 2 tbsp butter and garlic. Sauté 1 minute.
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Stir in cream and simmer. Add Parmesan gradually, stirring until smooth.
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Add pasta and steak to sauce. Toss to coat. Use pasta water to loosen if needed.
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Top with parsley, extra cheese, and lemon zest. Serve hot.
Notes
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Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing steak.
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Freshly grated cheese creates the creamiest texture.
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Adjust spice level with more or less red pepper flakes.