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Savor tender flank steak in smoky BBQ sauce tossed with penne pasta for a hearty, flavorful bbq steak pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

BBQ Steak Pasta

450kcal
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 25 minutes
With just a handful of simple ingredients, BBQ steak pasta delivers smoky, savory flavors that wrap around tender penne like a cozy hug. Imagine juicy flank steak, charred to perfection and tossed in a rich barbecue sauce with caramelized onions and garlic—every bite is a harmony of textures and tastes.
Servings 4 servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce check for halal certification
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • cutting board

Method

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced steak and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
    Savor tender flank steak in smoky BBQ sauce tossed with penne pasta for a hearty, flavorful bbq steak pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
  3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the barbecue sauce, beef broth, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
    Savor tender flank steak in smoky BBQ sauce tossed with penne pasta for a hearty, flavorful bbq steak pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
  5. Return the cooked steak to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add the drained pasta and stir until evenly combined.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
    Savor tender flank steak in smoky BBQ sauce tossed with penne pasta for a hearty, flavorful bbq steak pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

Nutrition

Calories450kcalCarbohydrates55gProtein35gFat12gSaturated Fat3gCholesterol70mgSodium800mgPotassium600mgFiber3gSugar15gVitamin A15IUVitamin C10mgCalcium4mgIron20mg

Notes

For a lighter version, swap half the pasta with zucchini noodles. Leftovers keep wonderfully for 3 days—just add a splash of broth when reheating to revive the sauce.

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