Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Smoky Cajun Steak Tips Over Velvety Fettuccine, a delightful dish perfect for family dinners or special gatherings. Tender sirloin steak tips are marinated in zesty Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, then seared to perfection and combined with a luscious creamy sauce made from cream cheese and heavy cream. This dish is served over al dente fettuccine, creating a comforting meal that balances bold spices with a velvety texture. In just 35 minutes, you can have an impressive dinner on the table that your loved ones will rave about.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the steak cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Ensure the steak is evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the steak tips in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and slightly charred. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions; cook until softened and golden (about 5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth: bring to a simmer while scraping up browned bits from the pan. Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Whisk until smooth; add parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return seared steak tips to the skillet: stir to combine with creamy sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- While steak tips are simmering, cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Add cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet: toss to coat with steak tips and creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
- Serve Smoky Cajun Steak Tips over Velvety Fettuccine immediately, garnishing with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 410g)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 49g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg