Juicy seared steak, sweet bell peppers, and tender penne tossed in a rich creamy ranch sauce — this is bold, comforting, and packed with restaurant-style flavor in every bite.
🧾 Ingredients
12 oz penne pasta 🍝
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), sliced 🥩
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 red bell pepper (sliced) 🫑
1 green bell pepper (sliced) 🫑
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup parmesan cheese 🧀
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿
👨🍳 Instructions
1. 🍝 Cook the pasta
Boil penne until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 🥩 Cook the steak
Season steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sear in a hot skillet until browned and juicy. Remove and set aside.
3. 🫑 Sauté peppers
In the same pan, cook bell peppers until slightly soft but still crisp. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. 🥣 Make the creamy ranch sauce
Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and ranch dressing. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
5. 🧀 Add cheese
Stir in parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. 🍝 Combine everything
Add cooked penne and steak back into the skillet. Toss until fully coated.
7. 🍽️ Serve
Top with parsley and chili flakes if desired. Serve hot.
😋 Description
Creamy Steak Bell Pepper Ranch Penne is rich, savory, and full of bold flavor. The juicy steak, sweet peppers, and creamy ranch sauce create a perfect comfort pasta with a smoky twist.
❓ Question
Would you add extra ranch 🥣 or extra steak 🥩?
