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Cajun Steak Tips Cheesy Rigatoni
Husnain Ali

Cajun Steak Tips Cheesy Rigatoni Recipe Short, Catchy Intro

Bold, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Cajun Steak Tips Cheesy Rigatoni is pure comfort in a bowl.Tender, juicy steak bites meet perfectly cooked rigatoni in a rich, cheesy Cajun-spiced sauce.It’s the ultimate weeknight indulgence that feels restaurant-worthy but comes together fast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun-Inspired
Calories: 680

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sirloin steak tips
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Cook rigatoni according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
  2. Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak until browned, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Pour in beef broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  6. Simmer sauce until slightly thickened, then stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Return steak and cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
  8. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level.
  • Do not overcook steak to keep it tender and juicy.
  • Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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