Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Tortellini
A quick and easy one-skillet dinner featuring tender steak bites, cheesy tortellini, and bright broccoli, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
For the steak and sauce
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces Sirloin, strip steak, flank, or skirt steak work best.
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broth (beef, chicken, or vegetable) Can use water with bouillon cube if broth is unavailable.
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adjust according to taste, can substitute with other cheeses.
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
- Red pepper flakes (optional) For a spicy kick.
For the pasta and veggies
- 1 package cheese tortellini Use fresh or frozen.
- 2 cups broccoli florets Cut into uniform pieces for even cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the steak with salt and pepper, and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
Cooking Steak
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steak bites until browned, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cooking Broccoli
- In the same skillet, add broccoli and a splash of broth, cover, and steam until bright green and tender-crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
Making Sauce
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in remaining broth and add the tortellini. Cover and simmer for 6–8 minutes until tortellini is cooked.
Combining Ingredients
- Return the steak to the skillet, add Parmesan cheese, and toss until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and pepper as desired.
Notes
Fresh tortellini may cook faster than frozen, adjust cooking time as necessary. This recipe works well with various vegetables—feel free to swap according to preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
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