Description
Bring the bold flavors of the South right to your dinner table with this Cajun Garlic Butter Steak over Creamy Parmesan Linguine. Juicy, pan-seared steak is crusted in smoky Cajun spices and finished with garlic butter, then served over a bed of rich, velvety parmesan linguine. It’s a restaurant-quality meal made right at home, ideal for those craving easy dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, or even quick romantic meals. Perfectly balanced between heat and creaminess, this easy recipe is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
1 pound ribeye or New York strip steak
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces linguine pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Pat steak dry and season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet over high heat with olive oil. Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3. Reduce heat, add butter and garlic, and baste the steak with the garlic butter for the last minute.
4. Remove the steak and let it rest for 8–10 minutes.
5. Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
6. In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
7. Whisk in grated parmesan until melted. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
8. Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
9. Toss linguine into the sauce, allowing it to soak up the flavors.
10. Slice the steak against the grain and plate over the creamy linguine. Spoon remaining garlic butter on top.
Notes
Always let your steak come to room temperature before cooking to ensure an even sear.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest and creamiest sauce.
Finish the pasta in the sauce for maximum flavor absorption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 900
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: steak pasta, creamy linguine, cajun steak, easy dinner, comfort food, garlic butter steak