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One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites

One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites is a flavorful dish featuring tender steak bites and cheese tortellini in a rich butter sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Season the steak cubes with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the seasoned steak cubes and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  6. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant.
  7. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley, and chives.
  8. Add the tortellini and reserved pasta water to the skillet, mixing well.
  9. Add the cooked steak back to the skillet and toss to combine.
  10. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • You can use other types of steak if preferred.
  • Fresh tortellini can be substituted with dried tortellini, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites, steak bites, tortellini, cowboy butter sauce