Description
This Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo is a rich and flavorful dish combining perfectly seasoned and seared top sirloin steak cubes with succulent blackened shrimp, all tossed in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce served over al dente penne pasta. The bold blackened seasoning adds a smoky and spicy kick, making this a satisfying and impressive meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces penne pasta
Seafood
- 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
Garnish
- parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook 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 package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: Season the shrimp evenly with 1 teaspoon of blackened seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large 13-inch skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and tent to keep warm.
- Cook Steak: Season the steak cubes evenly with 1 teaspoon of blackened seasoning. Increase heat to high in the same skillet. Add ¼ cup unsalted butter and allow it to melt and start to bubble. Place steak cubes in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until nicely browned on the outside but still pink inside. Transfer the steak to the plate with shrimp and tent to keep warm.
- Make Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 2 cups heavy whipping cream, ¼ to ½ cup reserved pasta water, and 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese. Stir in 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked penne pasta into the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly, adding additional reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired sauce consistency.
- Serve: Top the pasta with the cooked shrimp and steak cubes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Blackened seasoning can be store-bought or homemade for a customized spice blend.
- Reserve pasta water is used to thin the sauce as needed and helps the sauce adhere better to the pasta.
- Cooking the steak cubes quickly on high heat ensures a tender, medium-rare interior with a flavorful crust.
- To make this dish gluten-free, substitute penne pasta with gluten-free pasta of your choice.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp or steak to keep them juicy and tender.
