Description
A delicious and hearty dish featuring tender Cajun-seasoned steak bites served with cheesy garlic shells, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss the steak bites with Cajun seasoning until well coated.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the seasoned steak bites.
- Cook the steak bites for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet and mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce.
- Feel free to substitute the steak with chicken or shrimp for a different protein option.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg