Description
Bold Smoky Cajun Ranch Steak Pasta is a flavorful fusion of creamy ranch sauce and zesty Cajun spices, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. This dish combines tender steak with colorful bell peppers and pasta in a rich, savory sauce that is both comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), sliced thin
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the steak: In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced steak seasoned with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for about 4-5 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Create the sauce: Stir in ranch dressing mix, beef broth, and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Combine: Return steak to the skillet along with drained pasta; toss everything together until coated in the sauce and heated through.
- Serve: Plate the dish warm and garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg