Description
Cajun Steak Alfredo is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Louisiana to your dinner table. This creamy pasta recipe features tender steak seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, perfectly complemented by a rich parmesan cream sauce over fettuccine. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only satisfying but also quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes! Impress family and friends with its bold flavors and comforting textures, making it a go-to meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (plus more for seasoning the steak)
- Garlic cloves
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Season steak with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until medium-rare. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in Parmesan until smooth; add additional Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and toss in the creamy sauce.
- Serve topped with sliced steak and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg