Creamy Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Linguine
Ingredients
For the Cajun Steak Tips:
1.5 lbs steak tips (sirloin or ribeye, cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tbsp olive oil
1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Cheesy Parmesan Linguine:
12 oz linguine
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional for extra creaminess)
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper, to taste
½ cup reserved pasta water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Optional Garnish:
Fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan
A pinch of Cajun seasonin
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Linguine
Bring salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sear the Steak Tips
Pat steak tips dry. Season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear steak tips 2–3 minutes per side for medium doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
Mix in Parmesan, mozzarella, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 2–3 minutes until creamy.
Step 4: Combine Pasta & Steak
Add linguine to the creamy sauce, tossing to coat.
Return the steak tips to the skillet and stir gently to combine.
Use reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Step 5: Serve & Garnish
Plate creamy linguine topped with Cajun steak tips. Sprinkle with parsley, extra Parmesan, and a pinch of Cajun seasoning.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~900 kcal