Garlic Butter Steak Pasta (Printable Version)
Seared steak strips in creamy barbecue sauce tossed with pasta – a bold, protein-packed skillet meal ready in 25 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 8 oz pasta (any variety)
→ Protein
02 - 1 lb steak, cut into strips
→ Sauce Components
03 - 4 tbsp butter
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 cup beef broth
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
07 - 1/4 cup sweet barbecue sauce
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
09 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add steak strips, season with salt and pepper, and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add beef broth, heavy cream, and barbecue sauce. Stir and bring to a simmer.
05 - Mix in the cooked pasta, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.
06 - Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Requires just one skillet for easy cleanup
- Ready in only 25 minutes from start to finish
- Uses simple ingredients that create complex flavors
- Perfect blend of protein and comforting carbs
02 -
- Perfectly balanced protein to carb ratio making it satisfying without being heavy
- Can be made ahead and reheated with a splash of cream
- Impressive enough for date night but easy enough for weeknight dinners
03 -
- Always slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness a simple technique that makes a huge difference
- Let the pasta finish cooking in the sauce for the last minute to allow it to absorb those incredible flavors
- For a restaurant quality presentation reserve some of the sauce to drizzle over the top just before serving