One-Skillet Garlic Butter Steak & Cheese Ravioli

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This restaurant-worthy dish comes together in just one skillet—tender pan-seared steak, cheesy ravioli, and a garlic butter sauce that’s downright addictive. Perfect for date night or when you want to impress with minimal cleanup!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ 30-minute meal – Faster than takeout
✅ One-pan wonder – Fewer dishes to wash
✅ Garlic butter everything – Need we say more?
✅ Fancy but easy – Looks gourmet, tastes incredible

Ingredients & Substitutions

For the Steak & Ravioli

  • 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, sliced thin
  • 1 (9 oz) package cheese ravioli (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tbsp (60g) butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) beef broth
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan

For Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra Parmesan

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Ravioli

  1. Boil ravioli according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. Sear the Steak

  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  2. Season steak with salt & pepper, then sear 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic, sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in beef broth, simmer 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Sprinkle in Parmesan, stirring until melted.

4. Combine & Serve

  1. Add ravioli and steak back to the skillet, tossing to coat in sauce.
  2. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Pro Tips

🔥 Perfect steak: Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.
🧀 Extra creamy: Stir in 2 oz cream cheese with the Parmesan.
🍝 Ravioli swap: Use tortellini or mushroom-filled pasta for variety.

Variations

🍅 Tomato Basil: Add ½ cup cherry tomatoes & fresh basil.
🍄 Mushroom Lover’s: Sauté mushrooms before making the sauce.
🌶 Spicy Cajun: Use Andouille sausage instead of steak + Cajun seasoning.

FAQs

Can I use frozen ravioli?

Yes! Boil from frozen—just add 1-2 extra minutes.

How do I store leftovers?

Fridge for 2 days (reheat gently with a splash of broth).

Can I make it gluten-free?

Use GF ravioli and cornstarch (instead of flour) to thicken sauce.

Final Thoughts

This Garlic Butter Steak & Cheese Ravioli is decadent, flavorful, and surprisingly simple—the kind of dish that makes weeknights feel special.

Warning: You’ll want to lick the skillet clean! 🥩🧄🧈

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