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Buffalo Chipotle Steak Pasta

A close-up of a bowl of Buffalo Chipotle Steak Pasta, featuring fettuccine noodles coated in a creamy sauce, topped with tender steak pieces and fresh cilantro.
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A creamy, one-pot pasta dish featuring tender steak, smoky chipotle, and tangy buffalo sauce for an easy weeknight meal.

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 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from canned chipotle peppers)
  • 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 cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season steak pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. 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.
  3. Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes (with their juice) and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the pasta to the skillet, ensuring it’s mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook according to pasta package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, buffalo sauce, and adobo sauce. Bring back to a gentle simmer.
  7. Return the cooked steak to the skillet. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
  8. If using, stir in blue cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a milder flavor, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper and adobo sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more beef broth or water.
  • If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to reduce.
  • You can substitute other cuts of steak like flank steak or skirt steak.

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