Spicy Garlic Butter Steak with Melted Mozzarella Rotini
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Spicy Garlic Butter Steak with Melted Mozzarella Rotini. This mouthwatering dish features tender sirloin steak strips seared to perfection and enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce made from mozzarella, cheddar, and Velveeta, all tossed with perfectly cooked rotini pasta. The addition of Cajun seasoning brings a delightful kick, making this meal irresistible for family dinners or entertaining guests. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only quick but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz Velveeta, cubed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season steak strips with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat; sear steak for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and add Velveeta cubes; stir until melted. Add mozzarella and cheddar until the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Stir in cooked rotini to coat evenly with the sauce, then add back the steak strips to warm through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg