Cajun Spiced Steak Bites With Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
Cajun Spiced Steak Bites With Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo is a mouthwatering dish that merges the bold, spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine with the comforting richness of creamy pasta. Tender steak bites are generously seasoned with vibrant Cajun spices and served over luscious fettuccine coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce. This delightful meal is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, promising to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With just 30 minutes of preparation, you’ll enjoy a flavor-packed experience that’s both quick and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (for extra richness)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and season the steak bites with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 4–5 minutes until browned.
- Remove steak from skillet and prepare the sauce by melting butter, adding garlic, beef broth, and heavy cream; stir in cheeses until smooth.
- Toss cooked fettuccine and steak in the sauce until well coated; simmer briefly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg