Creamy Ranch Steak & Mozzarella Garlic Butter Pasta
Creamy Ranch Steak & Mozzarella Garlic Butter Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors that elevates your weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish features tender, seared steak enveloped in a rich, creamy ranch sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, served over your favorite pasta. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this comforting meal that will impress family and friends alike. The buttery garlic sauce adds depth to every bite, making it a must-try for any pasta lover.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thinly sliced steak
- 1 lb pasta (penne, rotini, fettuccine, etc.)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1/4 cup butter. Add seasoned steak and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and ranch dressing; simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken.
- Return cooked pasta and seared steak to the skillet; toss everything together with the sauce and mix in mozzarella until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, serve hot garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg