Creamy Paprika Steak Shells

A comforting and flavorful pasta dish with tender steak bites, a smoky paprika cream sauce, and shell pasta that soaks up every drop of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip), cut into bite-sized cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 12 oz medium pasta shells
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta – In salted boiling water, cook shells until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sear the Steak – Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Season steak with salt & pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (medium doneness), then remove and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce Base – In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
4. Deglaze & Creamify – Pour in beef broth and simmer 2 minutes. Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, and Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
5. Bring it Together – Add the cooked pasta shells and steak back into the pan. Toss until everything is well coated in the paprika cream sauce.
6. Serve – Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

✨ Rich, creamy, and smoky—this pasta will become a new weeknight favorite!