Description
Creamy Paprika Steak Shells — a rich, smoky pasta with tender steak bites and creamy Parmesan sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
12 oz shell pasta
1 lb steak, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
½ cup beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Cook pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
2. Season and sear steak in olive oil; remove from pan.
3. Add butter and garlic; sauté 30 seconds.
4. Stir in paprika, broth, and cream; simmer.
5. Whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
6. Return steak and pasta to skillet; toss to coat.
7. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Use chicken or mushrooms for a lighter version.
Add chili flakes for spice.
Substitute coconut cream for dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg