Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni
Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food that combines juicy steak bites with creamy, cheesy pasta for a meal that feels like a warm hug. This recipe is not only quick and easy—ready in just 30 minutes—but also perfect for impressing guests at family gatherings. The rich garlic butter sauce elevates the dish, creating a flavor-packed experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether served on a busy weeknight or during a special occasion, this dish brings people together around the table, making every bite memorable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 strip steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 16 oz rigatoni pasta
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- Oregano (to taste)
- Thyme (to taste)
- Sun-dried tomatoes (for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear seasoned strip steaks for about 4-5 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
- Combine sliced steak with the rigatoni and sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg