(Over 70g Protein Per Serving | Restaurant-Style Comfort Food)

This dish combines tender steak bites, succulent Cajun shrimp, creamy garlic mashed potatoes, and sautéed peppers and onions in one protein-packed skillet. Inspired by the meal shown in your image, it’s perfect for muscle building, meal prep, and family dinners.

🥩 Protein Information

Protein Per Serving: Approximately 70–80g
Servings: 4

  • Steak: ~45g protein
  • Shrimp: ~25g protein
  • Potatoes & extras: ~5g protein

Ingredients

For the Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

  • 2 lbs (900g) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (high protein substitute for cream)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

For the Steak Bites

  • 2 lbs (900g) sirloin steak, cut into thick strips or cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Cajun Shrimp

  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Pepper & Onion Topping

  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

Garlic Butter Finish

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add potatoes and garlic cloves.
  3. Cook for 15–20 minutes until fork tender.
  4. Drain completely.
  5. Mash potatoes until smooth.
  6. Mix in butter, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  7. Cover and keep warm.

Step 2: Season the Steak

In a bowl combine:

  • Smoked paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Cayenne
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Coat steak pieces evenly and let sit for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Steak

  1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat.
  2. Add olive oil.
  3. Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side until deeply browned.
  4. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Remove steak and rest.

Chef’s Tip: A hot cast-iron skillet creates the dark crust seen in the photo.

Step 4: Cook the Vegetables

  1. In the same skillet add olive oil and butter.
  2. Add onions and peppers.
  3. Sauté for 6–8 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning.
  5. Cook another minute.

Remove and set aside.

Step 5: Cook the Cajun Shrimp

  1. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper.
  2. Add olive oil to skillet.
  3. Cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side.
  4. Remove immediately once pink and opaque.

Step 6: Make Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. Lower heat to medium.
  2. Melt butter.
  3. Add garlic.
  4. Cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and parsley.

Return steak and vegetables to skillet and toss gently.

Step 7: Assemble

  1. Spread mashed potatoes on the bottom of a large serving skillet.
  2. Arrange steak bites around the edges.
  3. Spoon peppers and onions over the center.
  4. Top with Cajun shrimp.
  5. Drizzle everything with garlic butter sauce.
  6. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

NutrientAmount
Calories780
Protein75g
Carbohydrates35g
Fat38g
Fiber4g

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