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An extreme close-up of the creamy steak pasta, showing a piece of tender sirloin steak coated in the rich, savory tomato sauce.

One-Pot Steak Pasta (Creamy & Ready in 30 Minutes!)

This One-Pot Steak Pasta is the ultimate weeknight dinner, ready in just 30 minutes! Tender steak and pasta are cooked in a single skillet with a rich, creamy tomato sauce for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the One-Pot Steak Pasta
  • 1 lb sirloin steak sliced into thin strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or more, to taste
  • 15 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth low sodium
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 12 oz rigatoni or penne pasta uncooked
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Season the steak strips generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the steak in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Do not overcrowd the pan; work in batches if necessary. Remove the steak and set it aside.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the uncooked pasta to the skillet. Stir well to combine, ensuring the pasta is mostly submerged in the liquid. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it has melted into the sauce. Return the seared steak to the skillet and stir everything together to heat through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overcook the steak during the initial sear. It will continue to cook when added back to the pasta.
Tip 2: If the sauce gets too thick while the pasta is cooking, add a small splash of beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
Tip 3: For easier slicing, place the steak in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before cutting.