Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce: A Spicy, Creamy Masterpiece!


 

🔥 Bold flavors, tender steak, and pasta drenched in a rich, cheesy parmesan sauce—this Cajun Steak Tips & Rigatoni dish is a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home! Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with high RPM potential (thanks to its irresistible appeal and reader-friendly formatting).

Let’s dive into this spicy, cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth sensation!


Why You’ll Love This Cajun Steak & Rigatoni Dish

✅ Restaurant-quality at home – Juicy steak, al dente pasta, and creamy sauce.
✅ Perfectly balanced heat – Cajun seasoning adds a kick without overpowering.
✅ Cheesy, garlicky, indulgent – The parmesan cream sauce is pure comfort.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).


Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cajun Steak Tips:

  • 1.5 lbs (680g) sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust for spice preference)

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp butter

For the Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce:

  • 12 oz (340g) rigatoni pasta (or penne)

  • 3 tbsp butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (for extra gooeyness)

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Step-by-Step Instructions