Description
This One-Pot Smoky Honey BBQ Steak Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish combining tender, smoky seasoned steak with a creamy, slightly sweet BBQ sauce-infused pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting recipe blends smoky paprika, honey, and savory flavors in one skillet for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Pasta and Sauce
- 12 oz penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (choose your favorite brand)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season and Cook the Steak: In a medium bowl, season the thinly sliced steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics and Sauce: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the BBQ sauce and honey, stirring to combine. Let the sauce heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Simmer the Pasta: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the uncooked penne pasta, ensuring each piece is coated in sauce. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the heavy cream and the cooked steak. Let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through and the sauce becomes creamy. If using, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve the pasta warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper when seasoning the steak.
- This recipe works well with other pasta shapes such as rotini or fusilli.
- Use a low-sodium BBQ sauce and beef broth to reduce sodium content.
- The shredded cheddar cheese is optional but adds a rich, cheesy finish.
- To make the dish dairy-free, substitute heavy cream and cheese with coconut cream or a plant-based alternative.
