Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas Recipe

this Pan Steak Fajitas The recipe is a 30-minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights. You'll be hooked, every bite is filled with tender steak, bell peppers, poblanos, and onions, then topped with chimichurri sauce for a delicious Tex-Mex meal!

Why You’ll Love This Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas Recipe

If you're looking for a 30-minute steak dinner for game night or dinner, these Steak Fajitas with Tangy Cilantro Chimichurri are an easy dinner option.

• Easy to clean. These burritos are cooked in the oven, so you don't have to do a lot of cleaning up after dinner.
• Great for leftovers. Adding leftover bell peppers and baby onions to this recipe helps reduce food waste.
• Tex-Mex style. smoked paprikacumin, pesto, and sweet ancho chili powder are blended together for a homemade spice blend.
• Great for parties. Grilled burritos are an easy option when you're expecting someone over but don't want to spend all day in the kitchen.

what do you need

Ancho chili powder is my secret ingredient because it adds natural sweetness and fruity flavor. Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities.

For fajitas

• Flank Steak – Use a sharp knife to remove excess fat.
• Green pepper– I used red and yellow bell peppers, but any color will work.
• Poblano Pepper – Anaheim Chili
• yellow onion—— White onions would also work.
• Garlic cloves—— Fresh garlic or garlic paste is the best choice.
• spices– Smoked paprika, cumin, salt and anchovy paprika.
• olive oil- Vegetable oil, corn oil, and canola oil are all good swaps.
• Lime juice – You can also use lemon juice.

Chimichurri sauce

• garlic – It must be fresh garlic.
• fresh cilantro—— Don't swap it out for parsley as the chimichurri will have a very different herby flavor.
• Red wine vinegar—— Feel free to use apple cider vinegar.
• Lime juice – Lemon juice is a great substitute.
• olive oil- Avocado oil is the best substitute, but chimichurri will have a nuttier flavor.
• Smoked Paprika – Mild and spicy chili powders also work.
• Red pepper flakes – You can also use cayenne pepper.
• salt and pepper – I prefer kosher salt and fresh black pepper.

What steak is best for fajitas?

Flank steak is the best cut of beef for fajitas. It has a rich beef flavor that doesn't get lost among the chili and smoky spice blend. Generally, it is lean because it comes from the lower abdominal area of ​​the cow. A great alternative to flank steak is flank steak.

How to Make Pan Steak Fajitas

These sheet pan steak fajitas are literally a stir-and-bake dinner! Scroll to the bottom of the post to see the full recipe card.

• Stir in spices. Preheat oven to 425F. Combine garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, ancho chili powder, olive oil, and lime juice in a large bowl and stir until smooth. You can also use a Ziploc bag and shake them together.

• Marinate it. Place steak, peppers and onions in a bowl. Stir gently to combine with spice mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
• Bake them. Transfer the seasoned vegetable steak mixture to a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, stir everything and bake for another 5 minutes. Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the oven and set it to “high.” Grill 2 minutes or until steak and vegetables are lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
• Make the sauce. Add all chimichurri ingredients to a food processor. Blend until chopped but not completely smooth.
• Serve. Place tortillas or rice in a bowl and add burritos on top. Drizzle with chimichurri sauce. enjoy!

Tips and variations

These juicy sheet pan steak fajitas are a great way to clean out your fridge and freezer from leftovers from a variety of meats and vegetables.

• Make it spicy. Chop 1/4-1/2 fresh jalapeno or serrano pepper and stir in with the rest of the vegetables for extra heat.
• Use leftovers. Stir in the rest Roasted Cauliflower, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Friesor Crispy Green Beans Place on baking sheet 10 minutes before end of baking time.
• Marinate it. If you want the burrito to absorb more flavor, refrigerate the seasoned vegetables and steak for up to 8 hours.
• Use the stove. If you don't want to light up the oven, place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Rotate it and add the seasoned vegetables and steak. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until peppers are tender and steak is browned. Serve as usual. You may need to cook in batches.
• Make tacos. Wrap burritos in warm tortillas for dinner on taco night. If you use flour tortillas, you can make burritos.
• Exchange proteins. This dish can easily be changed up by substituting turkey, chicken, or pork for the steak.
• Add ingredients. When ready, sprinkle the burrito with avocado, Mexican cheese, fresh tomatoes, Garo Peakor bacon crumbles for more flavor and texture.

What to Serve with Oven Fajitas

These smoked sheet pan steak fajitas are an easy dinner idea. I like to serve them with my services Avocado Corn Salad and Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos Serve as an appetizer. mine Grilled Sweet Potatoes, Mexican black beansand corn on the cob There is also a surprising side. If you just want a quick bite, try mine Avocado Pesto or Roasted Tomato Salsa With nachos.

Store correctly

Make sure leftovers are completely cooled before storing to prevent them from spoiling.

• refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. If the vegetables feel slimy or the chicken tastes sour, discard immediately.
• refrigerator: Transfer to freezer bags according to portion sizes. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
• To reheat: Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon water and microwave for one minute or until lukewarm. For larger portions, bake in a 300 degree F oven for 20-25 minutes.

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