Description
Spice up your dinner routine with this One-Skillet Buffalo Ranch Steak & Pasta—a bold, flavor-packed dish that’s quick, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights. Tender steak strips, tossed with spiraled pasta and drenched in a creamy, spicy buffalo ranch sauce, come together in under 30 minutes. This easy dinner idea is not only big on taste but also easy on cleanup thanks to the one-skillet magic. Whether you’re craving a hearty meal, a cozy comfort food, or a crowd-pleasing recipe, this one’s got your back. Perfect for those looking for quick meals, weeknight dinners, or spicy food ideas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak (sirloin, flank, or strip), sliced thin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz rotini pasta (or any pasta you prefer)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Slice steak into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the steak in batches until browned and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, bring water to a boil, season with salt, and add pasta.
- Cook pasta until al dente. Drain excess water, leaving about 1/4 cup in the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in buffalo sauce and ranch dressing.
- Return steak to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes