Description
Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas are a quick and easy one-pan meal featuring tender strips of skirt or flank steak cooked alongside vibrant bell peppers and onions. Seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices and lime juice, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner served with warm tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings.
Ingredients
Proteins
- 2 pounds skirt or flank steak
Vegetables
- 3 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
Seasonings & Spices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting your fajitas.
- Slice the steak: Cut the skirt or flank steak into approximately quarter-inch thick slices, making sure to cut against the grain to maximize tenderness when cooked.
- Combine ingredients: On a large sheet pan, add the sliced steak, bell peppers, onions, olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, chipotle powder, dried oregano, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Toss everything together thoroughly so that the steak and vegetables are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
- Arrange and bake: Spread the mixture out in a single, even layer on the sheet pan to promote even cooking and roasting. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the steak is cooked through to your desired level.
- Serve: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and serve the fajita mixture with warmed tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Cutting the steak against the grain is essential for tenderness.
- You can adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing chili and chipotle powder.
- For added flavor, marinate the steak in the spices and lime juice for 30 minutes before cooking if time allows.
- Use any variety of bell peppers (red, green, yellow, orange) for a colorful dish.
- Serve with sides like rice, beans, or a fresh salad to round out the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex