Creamy Paprika Steak Shells Recipe

This dish is a sophisticated take on comfort food, combining perfectly seared steak bites with a smoky, velvet-like paprika cream sauce that clings to every pasta shell.

Creamy Paprika Steak Shells Recipe

Ingredients:

How To Make Creamy Paprika Steak Shells:

Step 1: Cook the Pasta: Cook the 12 oz of shell pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2: Season and Sear the Steak: Pat the 1 lb of steak bites dry with a paper towel. Season them thoroughly with salt, pepper, and the 1 1/2 tsp of smoked paprika. Heat the 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 2–3 minutes per side until a brown crust forms. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3: Build the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the 1 tbsp of butter. Add the 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of beef broth. Let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.

Step 4: Melt in the Cheese: Stir the 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce. Continue to whisk or stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Combine and Serve: Add the cooked shells and the seared steak bites back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated in the paprika sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.