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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites Tortellini with Broccoli
Donna

Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Bite & Baby Broccoli Tortellini

This comforting yet luxurious skillet meal brings together tender steak bites seared in garlic butter, crisp baby broccoli, and soft cheese-filled tortellini—all enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce. It’s the kind of dinner that feels indulgent but comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and cozy evenings at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
  • 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cups baby broccoli (broccolini), trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • Optional : crushed red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions, about 3–5 minutes for fresh pasta. Drain and set aside.
  2. Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add baby broccoli and sauté 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return steak bites and tortellini to the skillet. Toss gently to coat in the creamy garlic butter sauce.
  9. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes to warm through.
  10. Garnish with parsley, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.