Tender steak, creamy Cajun ranch sauce, and perfectly cooked penne come together in this rich, spicy, comfort-packed pasta dish. Bold flavor, cheesy goodness, and serious restaurant-style vibes in every bite.
🧾 Ingredients
12 oz penne pasta 🍝
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), sliced 🥩
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 🌶️
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic (minced) 🧄
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup ranch dressing
3/4 cup parmesan cheese 🧀
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿
👨🍳 Instructions
1. 🍝 Cook the pasta
Boil penne until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 🥩 Season & cook steak
Toss steak with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet until browned and juicy. Remove and set aside.
3. 🧄 Sauté garlic
In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. 🥣 Build the creamy sauce
Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and ranch dressing. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
5. 🧀 Make it cheesy
Add parmesan cheese and smoked paprika. Stir until smooth and creamy.
6. 🍝 Combine everything
Add cooked penne and steak back into the skillet. Toss until fully coated in the Cajun ranch sauce.
7. 🍽️ Serve
Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan if desired.
😋 Description
Creamy Steak Cajun Ranch Penne is rich, smoky, spicy, and loaded with tender steak and cheesy ranch flavor. It’s the kind of comforting pasta dish that tastes like pure indulgence.
❓ Question
Would you add extra Cajun heat 🌶️ or extra cheese 🧀?
