Garlic Parmesan Steak Penne with Cheesy Three-Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in creamy garlic Parmesan steak pasta with a rich, cheesy three-cheese Alfredo sauce! This steak penne recipe combines tender, juicy steak strips with perfectly cooked penne pasta, smothered in a luscious, cheesy sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, date nights, or anytime you crave comfort food.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Parmesan Steak Penne
Rich & Creamy: Three-cheese Alfredo sauce made with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
Protein-Packed: Tender sirloin or ribeye steak for a satisfying, hearty meal.
Quick & Easy: Ready in just 40 minutes for a simple, delicious dinner.
Customizable: Add crushed red pepper for heat or extra Parmesan for cheesy goodness.
Ingredients:
For the Garlic Parmesan Steak:
1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized strips
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, adds smoky depth)
For the Penne & Cheesy Three-Cheese Alfredo Sauce:
12 oz penne pasta
1½ cups heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
2 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup shredded cheddar
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 tbsp butter
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper, to taste
½ cup reserved pasta water (if needed to adjust sauce consistency)
Optional Garnish:
Fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan
Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions:
Boil penne in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season steak strips with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Add minced garlic in the last 30 seconds and sauté until fragrant.
Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth until smooth.
Whisk in cream cheese until fully incorporated.
Add mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, stirring until creamy.
Season with salt and pepper, and thin with reserved pasta water if needed for a silky sauce.
Toss cooked penne in the three-cheese Alfredo sauce.
Return steak to the skillet and gently fold into the creamy pasta.
Plate hot penne with steak on top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes for a gourmet touch.
Details:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~950 kcal
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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Penne with three-cheese Alfredo sauce tender steak, cheesy pasta, and a quick, indulgent weeknight dinner!
