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Buffalo Chipotle Steak Pasta

A close-up of a bowl filled with Buffalo Chipotle Steak Pasta, featuring fusilli pasta coated in a creamy orange sauce with chunks of steak and fresh parsley.
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A creamy, one-pot pasta dish featuring tender steak with a spicy buffalo and smoky chipotle flavor, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or farfalle work well)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season steak pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook until browned on all sides. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in beef broth, heavy cream, hot sauce, adobo sauce, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer, stirring to combine.
  4. Add the pasta to the skillet, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook according to pasta package directions, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and sauce has thickened, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked steak to the skillet. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and blue cheese (if using) until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a milder spice, reduce the amount of hot sauce and cayenne pepper.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the pasta.
  • You can substitute other cuts of steak like flank steak or ribeye.
  • Ensure you have enough liquid to cook the pasta; add a splash more broth or water if needed.

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