This creamy Garlic Steak Pasta is the perfect recipe for getting the whole family to the table for the perfect meal together. Tender New York strip steak and penne pasta combine with heavy cream for a beautifully romantic dish that is ready in just minutes. This recipe has all the feels of a fancy restaurant while in the comfort of your own home.
Quick Look: Creamy Garlic Steak Pasta
- ⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 20 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 30 minutes
- 🍝 Serving: 4 servings
- ⚡ Calories: 1355 calories per serving
- 🍂 Flavor Profile: Juicy steak paired with a velvety garlic cream sauce and perfectly cooked pasta
- 👌 Difficulty: Easy, a lovely recipe to share with a loved one
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If you are a regular around here at Golden Grace Kitchen, then you know we do steak & pasta recipes right. My Creamy Steak Pasta with Alfredo is always a huge hit and this recipe is even better. This is also a perfect recipe for Valentine's day or whenever you are in the mood for a romantic dinner together. If you are looking to go with the romance route, a Strawberry Vanilla Valentines Margarita is sure to do the trick!
If you are looking to put an even bigger dinner on the table, I recommend you adding my Crunch Kale Salad and Air Fryer Asparagus to the menu. Both are super easy to make and will add a beautiful pop of color to your creamy pasta with steak strips. Finish things off with a Chocolate Tart to make a dinner to truly remember.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: New York Strip is perfect because it has just the right amount of fat and can be cooked to your liking without any trouble. The pasta takes just a few minutes to cook meaning less time in the kitchen.
- Easy: This one-pan meal is perfect for spending more time together and less time standing over the stove in the kitchen. There is very little cutting, chopping and measuring so its easy for anyone trying to test their cooking skills.
- Satisfying: This garlic pasta is loaded with juicy, tender strips of beef, a super creamy garlic sauce. It's impossible to be hungry after enjoy a plate full.
- Versatile: You can easily adjust the seasonings to suit your taste or add your favorite protein like chicken, pork, beef, or even seafood.
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"Hubby and I were looking to do a romantic dinner at home and this was just what we needed. The creamy pasta and perfectly cooked steak filled us up while we enjoyed a glass of wine on the side. Next time we are adding in the white tablecloth ourselves lol!"
- Olivia
Key Ingredients
Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the page for a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts.
- New York Strip Steak: New York strip steak has the perfect amount of marbling to create tender, juicy steak strips without being overly fatty in this creamy garlic pasta with steak.
- Penne Pasta: I love penne for this steak pasta recipe because of the way it holds the sauce. I used DeLallo Gluten Free Penne Pasta. It is made in Italy with a brown rice base and cooked up perfectly for this recipe.
- Seasonings: Smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and thyme add plenty of flavor to the creamy garlic sauce pasta.
- Olive Oil: I prefer Costabile Olive Oil for its quality and purity. Use Code: 15GoldenGK for 15% off.
Flavor Variations
- Steak: I used New York strip for this pasta. You can substitute in a rib eye or cut of filet if you prefer. Just remember the cooking times will very depending on your meat.
- Other Protein: I love steak and pasta but if you want to mix things up you can use the same sauce with chicken, pork, or even ground turkey.
- Dairy-Free: Use plant-based heavy cream and cheese to make this recipe dairy allergy friendly!
- Pasta: Any short, textured pasta will work for this creamy steak pasta recipe.
- Spicy: Try adding a little red pepper for a spicy kick.
How to Make Creamy Garlic Steak Pasta
Step 1. Cook the pasta in a large pot with boiling water according to the package directions for al dente. Once the pasta is done cooking, drain the water and set the pasta aside. In a small bowl mix paprika, salt, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, and black pepper. Then, generously season both sides of the steak with the dry seasoning mix.
Step 2. Preheat your Circulon 12 quart pan to medium with two tablespoons of oil. Sear the steak for 4 minutes on both sides until the steak reaches 135 to 165 degrees internal depending on how you want your steak cooked. Once the steaks are done, set them aside to rest on a cutting board.
Step 3. Reduce your heat to medium low and melt your butter into the same pan. Now add in Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion paste and minced garlic. Let that cook for about 1 minute.
Step 4. Next, add your flour and whisk well. Make sure you are scraping the bottom of the pan. Add in your chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until a thick sauce forms.
Step 5. Once the sauce begins to thicken, add the parmesan cheese and stir until it is completely melted. Let that cook for 1 to 3 minutes or until you have reached your desired consistency before adding your noodles back in.
Step 6. Finally, gently stir to coat the pasta evenly. Slice your steak and add it into the pasta before stirring well. Add a fresh garnish and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Adjust the Thickness: If your sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistancy. If your steak with pasta is too thin, add a bit more heavy cream.
- Cooking Your Pasta: Cook your pasta a couple of minutes less than what's called for on the box. It will continue to cook to al dente perfection when you mix it into the sauce.
- Cooking Your Steak: Medium heat is the sweet spot for perfectly seared steak that has a nice crust on the outside and a tender, juicy center. Don't forget to let the steak rest once it comes out the pan to help lock in the juices.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: This is the most fail proof way to make sure your steak comes out to your desired cook!
Creamy Garlic Steak Pasta FAQs
Your steak should take about 4 minutes total with about two minutes on each side. This creates that perfect sear and medium rare finish. Internal temp should be between 135 to 165 degrees. If you want it more well done, let it cook for an extra 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side.
Yes. Butter helps create that creamy garlic sauce for the pasta. A little butter for the steak will also help create a beautiful steakhouse sear we all know and love.
Steak and pasta dishes can be very filling so think about pairing it with something lighter. I love to make my Arugula Salad with Pistachios to help with the balance. A cooked vegetable is always a great option as well. The more color in your foods, the better!
YES! Everything at Golden Grace Kitchen is designed to be gluten-free. You can use regular pasta with gluten as long as you do not have a gluten allergy!
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Creamy Garlic Steak Pasta
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Equipment
Ingredients
Steak Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb. new york strip steak
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoon oregano
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Sauce Ingredients
- 12 oz. gluten free penne you can use traditional pasta if no gluten allergy
- 3 tablespoon butter I used DF butter but you can use regular butter
- 2 tablespoon onion paste
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream I used DF but you can use normal heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon gluten free flour can use regular flour if no gluten allergy
- 4 oz. parmesan cheese shredded
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot with boiling water according to the package directions for al dente. Once the pasta is done cooking, drain the water and set the pasta aside.
- In a small bowl mix paprika, salt, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, and black pepper. Then, generously season both sides of the steak with the dry seasoning mix.
- Preheat your Circulon 12 quart pan to medium with two tablespoons of oil. Sear the steak for 4 minutes on both sides until the steak reaches 135 to 165 degrees internal depending on how you want your steak cooked. Once the steaks are done, set them aside to rest on a cutting board.
- Reduce your heat to medium low and melt your butter into the same pan. Now add in Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, onion paste and minced garlic. Let that cook for about 1 minute.
- Next, add your flour and whisk well. Make sure you are scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Add in your chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until a thick sauce forms.
- Once the sauce begins to thicken, add the Parmesan cheese and stir until it is completely melted. Let that cook for 1 to 3 minutes or until you have reached your desired consistency.
- Finally, add your cooked pasta back into the pan and turn the heat off. Gently stir to coat the pasta evenly. Slice your steak and add it into the pasta before stirring well. Add a fresh garnish and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container or a heavy-duty
- Let the olive oil heat properly to prevent sticking.
- Your pan is ready when you can only hold your hand about 3 inches above the heat for a few seconds before it becomes uncomfortable.
- Use a meat thermometer to prevent steak that's either raw in the middle or dried out.
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