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Skillet with garlic steak bites, cheese tortellini, and creamy sauce for a quick steak dinner.

Garlic Steak & Cheese Tortellini Skillet – A Weeknight Steak Dinner in 30 Minutes


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Juicy garlic-seared steak bites and cheese tortellini come together in a creamy one-pan skillet sauce for a hearty dinner ready in just 30 minutes. This simple recipe uses everyday ingredients and minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 9-ounce package cheese tortellini
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • pinch crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • Instructions

    1. Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt and pepper

    2. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil

    3. Sear steak cubes in batches for 2 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a plate

    4. Add butter to the skillet and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant

    5. Deglaze the pan with beef broth, scraping up browned bits

    6. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until sauce thickens

    7. Boil tortellini according to package directions, drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water

    8. Return steak to the skillet and add tortellini, tossing to coat

    9. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust sauce consistency

    10. Season with crushed red pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: skillet
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 650
    • Sugar: 2
    • Sodium: 700
    • Fat: 45
    • Saturated Fat: 20
    • Unsaturated Fat: 20
    • Trans Fat: 1
    • Carbohydrates: 30
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 35
    • Cholesterol: 150

    Keywords: garlic steak cheese tortellini, weeknight steak dinner, skillet meal, 30-minute meal, steak bites, tortellini recipe, one pan dinner