Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Tortellini and Garlic Sauce
Savor the rich flavors of tender, juicy steak bites glazed with buttery garlic and served alongside pillowy cheese tortellini coated in a creamy Parmesan sauce. This easy dinner recipe is a restaurant-quality meal made at home, perfect for weeknights or special occasions. A cozy and hearty dinner idea that’s full of flavor, combining quick preparation with indulgent, family-friendly comfort food. Perfect for those seeking quick dinners, easy recipes, and delicious food ideas for any occasion.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
- Strainer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the skillet. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Stir heavy cream and Parmesan into the skillet to create a creamy sauce. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Toss tortellini in the sauce, adding pasta water if needed. Serve with steak bites, drizzling extra garlic butter on top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Cut steak into uniform cubes for even cooking and the perfect sear.
Add a splash of cream or milk when reheating leftovers to refresh the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 38gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 580mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 3mg
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