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Steak Fajitas {Easy, One Pot Meal}

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy flavorful and easy-to-make steak fajitas with colorful peppers and a zesty marinade, all cooked in one skillet for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2 lbs beef steak, cut into thin strips (petite sirloin or similar)

Vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 green bell pepper green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced

Seasonings & Oils

  • 2 Tbsp canola or avocado oil (or other high smoke point oil)
  • 1 ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder (e.g., McCormick brand)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper

Additional Seasoning

  • 2 Tbsp seasoning blend
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup lime juice, fresh squeezed
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ lime lime juice from half a lime

Instructions 

  • Mix seasoning blend ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Marinate steak with marinade for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  • Cook peppers and onions in a hot skillet with oil for 5 minutes.
  • Sear steak in the same skillet in batches until cooked through, then combine with veggies.
  • Garnish with cilantro and lime juice, then serve with warm tortillas.

Notes

Use high smoke point oils for best results and marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Beef