Description
Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas bring sizzling Mexican-inspired flavors straight to your dinner table with minimal cleanup. Tender strips of steak, colorful bell peppers, and zesty seasonings come together in one simple pan for a quick and delicious meal that delivers maximum taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak, sliced
Vegetables:
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
Seasonings and Accompaniments:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Blend 1 lb sliced steak with 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp chili powder, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Allow the meat to absorb these flavors for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat your oven to precisely 425°F (220°C) and cover a large sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Slice 2 bell peppers and 1 yellow onion into uniform thin strips, ensuring even cooking and beautiful presentation.
- Arrange the marinated steak and vegetable strips across the sheet pan, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding to help them caramelize perfectly.
- Roast the pan contents for exactly 20-25 minutes, rotating halfway through to guarantee consistent browning and tender meat texture.
- Create a delicious base with 2 cups of cooked rice or quinoa in serving bowls, providing a warm foundation for your fajita ingredients.
- Transfer the sizzling roasted steak and vegetables directly onto the grains, ensuring each portion gets a balanced mix of proteins and vegetables.
- Crown your bowl with a generous 12 cup dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for creamy contrast.
- Finish by sprinkling 14 cup freshly chopped cilantro over the top, adding a bright, fresh flavor to your complete meal.
Notes
- Marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors deeply penetrate the meat and make it more tender.
- Use a hot oven and spread ingredients in a single layer to ensure proper caramelization and prevent steaming.
- For a low-carb version, swap rice with cauliflower rice or serve over mixed greens instead of grains.
- Select bell peppers in different colors to make the dish visually appealing and add varied nutrient profiles.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Sheet-Pan
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 445 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg