Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Pesto Alfredo Tortellini
Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Pesto Alfredo Tortellini is a rich and satisfying comfort meal featuring tender steak bites in luscious garlic butter paired with cheesy tortellini in a creamy pesto Alfredo sauce — perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Ingredients
1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 package cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup pesto sauce
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season steak bites with salt and pepper.
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Sear the steak bites in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce skillet heat to medium, add butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
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Return steak bites to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter. Keep warm.
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Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In another pan, combine heavy cream and pesto over medium heat; cook until slightly thickened.
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Add cooked tortellini and Parmesan to the pesto Alfredo sauce, gently tossing to coat.
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Plate tortellini and top with garlic butter steak bites.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Swap sirloin with ribeye, filet mignon, or even chicken if preferred.
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Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet.
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Use frozen tortellini if fresh isn't available — just follow package cooking directions.
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For a keto-friendly option, replace tortellini with roasted vegetables.
