Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells

Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells

Ingredients

For the Steak Bites

• 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-size cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the Creamy Parmesan Shells

• 8 oz medium shell pasta
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

• Boil shell pasta in salted water until al dente.
• Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Make the Steak Bites

• Pat steak dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat.
• Sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
• Lower heat and add butter and garlic.
• Toss for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Sprinkle with parsley and remove from skillet.

3. Make the Parmesan Shells

• In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
• Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
• Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
• Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
• Add pasta and toss until coated.
• Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.

4. Serve

• Plate creamy shells and top with garlic butter steak bites.
• Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Optional Add-Ins

• Spinach
• Mushrooms
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Bacon bits

Quick Tips

• Use a hot pan for a good steak sear.
• Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-shredded.
• Ribeye gives even richer flavor if you want a more indulgent version.