One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites: 5 Bold Flavors, Pure Comfort
One-Pan Cowboy Butter Tortellini Steak Bites is a hearty skillet dinner with tender steak bites, cheese tortellini, and a rich garlic herb butter sauce finished with lemon and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
12 ounces cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Optional 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt and black pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear steak bites in a single layer for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet.
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Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in beef broth, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add tortellini to the skillet, cover, and cook according to package directions until tender.
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Stir in heavy cream if using and cook briefly to thicken.
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Return steak and juices to the pan and toss to coat. Heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Stir in parsley and chives. Adjust seasoning and serve immediately.
Notes
Cook steak in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
Adjust red pepper flakes for desired heat level.
Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra texture.