Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp Recipe (Copycat)
Yummy! Let’s remake this Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp recipe at home! This is an easy copycat recipe that brings that restaurant quality dinner right to your kitchen. Tender boneless ribeye is cooked over medium-high heat until perfectly juicy, then topped with buttery shrimp and a rich parmesan cream sauce that tastes absolutely incredible.
This version keeps all the flavors from the restaurant while making the sauce extra creamy with coconut milk and heavy cream. The result is silky, cheesy, and packed with flavor, perfect for date nights, special occasions, or when you simply want a comforting steak dinner without the additional cost of eating out.
Why You’ll Love This Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp Recipe
- Creamy parmesan sauce with coconut milk
- Juicy steak cooked to your preferred doneness
- Easy copycat recipe made in one frying pan
- Loaded with garlic, parmesan cheese, and buttery shrimp
- Tastes like a restaurant-quality meal at home
- Perfect seafood twist on a classic steak dinner
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Tips for the Best Parmesan Steak
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the smoothest sauce.
- A cast iron frying pan gives the steak a beautiful crust.
- Let the steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Full-fat coconut milk gives the sauce a creamy texture without overpowering coconut flavor.
- Cook shrimp just until pink to avoid rubbery texture.
- Use medium-high heat for the best steak sear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Boneless beef ribeye steaks works best for this copycat recipe because it closely matches the parmesan sirloin style served at the restaurant. Sirloin or New York strip can also work well.
Yes. Coconut cream makes the sauce even richer and thicker.
Absolutely. The parmesan steak is delicious on its own if you prefer to skip the seafood.
Using a meat thermometer is the easiest method: Rare-125°F, Medium rare-135°F, Medium-140°F, Medium well-150°F.
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 boneless beef ribeye steak cuts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
Rich Parmesan Sauce
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Tools You May Need
- Large frying pan
- Tongs
- Meat thermometer
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
How to Make Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp
Step 1: Prepare the Steak
Pat the sirloin steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2: Cook the Steak
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the steaks carefully.
Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side depending on thickness and preferred doneness. Add butter during the last minute of cooking and spoon the melted butter over the juicy steak.
For medium heat cooking, aim for an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the steaks from the pan and allow them to rest while preparing the shrimp parmesan.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp
In the same frying pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning.
Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir in garlic and parmesan cheese until coated.
Transfer shrimp to a plate.
Step 4: Make the Parmesan Cream Sauce
Reduce the pan to medium heat. Melt butter and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Slowly whisk in coconut milk, heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
Add parmesan cheese gradually while whisking continuously to create a smooth rich parmesan sauce. Stir in salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cook until thickened and creamy.
Step 5: Assemble
Place the cooked steak onto serving plates. Spoon the shrimp parmesan over the top and drizzle generously with the parmesan cream sauce.
Serve immediately while hot.
What to Serve with Applebee’s Steak and Shrimp
This applebee’s steak copycat recipe pairs perfectly with:
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted asparagus
- Buttered green beans
- Caesar salad
- Steamed broccoli
- Garlic bread
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently over medium heat to keep the parmesan cream sauce smooth and creamy.
Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp Copycat Recipe
Applebee’s Parmesan Steak and Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 boneless beef ribeye steaks
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
Sauce
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat the sirloin steak dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering and hot. Carefully place the steaks into the pan and listen for that satisfying sizzle.
- Cook the steak for about 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness and your preferred doneness. Avoid moving the steak around too much so it develops a beautiful golden-brown crust.
- During the final minute of cooking, add butter to the pan. As the butter melts, tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to continuously baste the juicy steak with the rich buttery drippings for extra flavor and tenderness.
- Transfer the cooked steak to a plate or cutting board and allow it to rest for at least 5 minutes. Resting helps keep the steak juicy and flavorful when sliced.
- In the same frying pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning, coating each piece evenly with the buttery seasoning blend.
- Cook the shrimp for about 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Stir in the minced garlic and parmesan cheese, tossing everything together until the shrimp are coated in cheesy, garlicky goodness.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside while you prepare the creamy parmesan sauce.
- Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat, then sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Slowly pour in the coconut milk, heavy cream and lemon juice, whisking gently to combine. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until warm and slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese while whisking continuously to create a smooth rich parmesan sauce. Stir in salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Place the rested steak onto serving plates, spoon the shrimp over the top, and finish with a generous drizzle of the warm creamy parmesan sauce. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
