Description
A flavorful and indulgent Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo featuring tender penne pasta tossed in a creamy parmesan sauce, topped with perfectly blackened shrimp and steak cubes. This dish balances rich creaminess with the smoky, spicy kick of blackened seasoning for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces penne pasta
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, raw, deveined, tail removed
- 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Steak
- 1 pound top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
- ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
Sauce
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups (200 g) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the rest. Set the pasta aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Season the shrimp evenly with 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large 13-inch skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until just cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a plate and tent to keep warm.
- Cook the Steak: Season the top sirloin steak cubes evenly with 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning. Increase the skillet heat to high and add ¼ cup unsalted butter, allowing it to melt. Place the steak cubes into the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned on the outside and pink inside. Transfer the steak to the plate with shrimp and tent to keep warm.
- Make the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add the diced onion to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Pour in 2 cups heavy cream, ¼ to ½ cup reserved pasta water, grated parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce and Serve: Add the cooked penne noodles to the skillet and toss well to coat in the sauce. Add more reserved pasta water as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Top the pasta with the cooked shrimp and steak. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately for a delicious, hearty meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated.
- The blackened seasoning provides a smoky, spicy kick—adjust the amount to your preference for heat.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp and steak to keep them tender and juicy.
- Reserving pasta water helps to loosen the sauce and bind it to the noodles.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 48 g
- Saturated Fat: 26 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 225 mg
