Description
Creamy Cajun steak cheddar penne skillet is a delicious one-pan meal. It combines tender steak, creamy sauce, and flavorful spices with penne pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb steak, cut into strips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add steak strips and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked penne and cheddar cheese. Mix until cheese is melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Use any steak cut you prefer.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy cajun steak cheddar penne skillet, one-pan meal, easy dinner