Here it is — a rich, spicy, restaurant-style Cheesy Cajun Steak Linguine in Spicy Garlic Butter Cream. Tender Cajun-seared steak, creamy garlic butter sauce, melty cheese, and pasta… comfort food perfection. 🔥🍝🥩
🥩 Cheesy Cajun Steak Linguine in Spicy Garlic Butter Cream
⭐ Ingredients (serves 4)
For the Steak
- 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or flank), sliced thin
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the Pasta + Sauce
- 12 oz linguine
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (add more for extra heat)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or pasta water)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or Monterey Jack for meltiness)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, brightens)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the linguine
- Boil linguine in salted water until al dente.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Season the steak
- Toss sliced steak with Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Set aside.
3. Sear the steak
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
- Add steak in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned but still tender.
- Remove steak from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the spicy garlic butter cream sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant (30 seconds–1 minute).
- Stir in Cajun seasoning.
- Pour in heavy cream + chicken broth.
- Bring to a gentle simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Add mozzarella and stir until the sauce becomes creamy and cheesy.
- Add pasta water if sauce is too thick.
5. Combine everything
- Add the cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Return the seared steak to the pan.
- Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice (optional).
- Let everything warm together 1–2 minutes.
6. Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra grated Parmesan.
- Serve hot and enjoy the spicy creamy Cajun goodness!
⭐ Tips
- Want it spicier? Add extra Cajun seasoning, cayenne, or red pepper flakes.
- Add veggies: Sauté mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers before making the sauce.
- Creamier sauce: Add 2 oz cream cheese into the sauce.
- Steak alternative: Swap steak for chicken, shrimp, or sausage.
If you want, I can also give you:
🔥 Blackened Steak Alfredo
🧄 Garlic Butter Cajun Shrimp Linguine
🧀 Three-Cheese Cajun Pasta Bake
Just tell me!
