Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream is a quick, delicious dinner idea. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the recipe for you. The crispy steak bites in a creamy garlic butter sauce will make your family beg for more. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Breakfast Enchiladas and One-Pot Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta.
Why This Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream Is Pure Comfort
- Quick and easy weeknight dinner
- Better than takeout taste
- Creamy garlic butter sauce
- Customizable with your favorite veggies
What You'll Need for Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak (Sirloin or Flank)
- Butter
- Garlic
- Heavy Cream
- Pasta
- Parmesan Cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Italian Seasoning
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Grated Parmesan
- Optional: Crushed Red Pepper
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best for this recipe.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast Iron Skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- Meat Tenderizer — Ensures tender steak bites every time. → See on Amazon
How to Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Tenderize with a meat mallet.
- Cook Steak: Heat cast iron skillet, add oil, sear steak bites until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add heavy cream, simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the garlic butter sauce. Add steak bites, coat with sauce. Serve hot.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
- Common mistake and fix: Overcrowding the pan can cause steak to steam instead of sear. Cook in batches if needed.
- Tip: Use high heat to get a nice crust on the steak bites.
- Tip: Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Tip: Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
Storing & Reheating Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare steak bites and sauce ahead of time. Cook pasta and combine when ready to serve.
Freezing Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
Freeze cooked steak bites for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to get a nice crust on the steak bites.
- Best substitution: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak bites and sauce ahead of time. Cook pasta and combine when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak (Sirloin or Flank)
- Butter
- Garlic
- Heavy Cream
- Pasta
- Parmesan Cheese
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Italian Seasoning
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Grated Parmesan
- Crushed Red Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Tenderize with a meat mallet.
- Cook Steak: Heat cast iron skillet, add oil, sear steak bites until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add heavy cream, simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the garlic butter sauce. Add steak bites, coat with sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to get a nice crust on the steak bites.
- Best substitution: Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak bites and sauce ahead of time. Cook pasta and combine when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare steak bites and sauce ahead of time. Cook pasta and combine when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sat. Fat: 20g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream FAQs
Yes, prepare steak bites and sauce ahead of time. Cook pasta and combine when ready to serve.
Overcooking the steak can cause it to become dry. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
Yes, cook steak bites in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute for heavy cream in this recipe.
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Pasta & Parmesan Cream and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
