Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
These Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas are a quick and easy one-pan meal bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavors. Tender, seasoned steak and colorful bell peppers roast together in the oven, making cleanup a breeze. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious, restaurant-quality meal at home!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs flank steak or skirt steak sliced into thin strips
- 3 bell peppers red, yellow, and green, sliced
- 1 large red onion sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro avocado, salsa, or sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Fit a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
- Slice & season the ingredients: Slice the steak thinly against the grain for tenderness. Julienne bell peppers and onions. In a large bowl, coat the steak and veggies in olive oil, lime juice, and the seasoning mix.
- Arrange on a Sheet Pan: Spread the seasoned steak and vegetables evenly on the sheet pan, making sure they are in a single layer for even roasting.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the steak is tender and the veggies are slightly charred.
- Serve and Enjoy: Warm tortillas on the side, then assemble fajitas with steak, veggies, and optional toppings like avocado, sour cream, and cheese. Squeeze extra lime juice for added zing
Notes
- Even Cooking: Slice steak and vegetables evenly to ensure they cook at the same time.
- Marination Option: For extra flavor, marinate the steak for 30 minutes in lime juice, olive oil, and spices before baking.
- Tortilla Tip: Warm tortillas in the oven for the last 5 minutes of cooking for a soft and pliable texture.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with fresh lime wedges, guacamole, or a side of rice and beans for a complete meal.