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Astonishing 30-Minute Skillet Seared Steak Fajitas

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450
Quick and easy steak fajitas ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Fajita Ingredients

  • 1 pound skirt or flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion (cut into strips)
  • 2 bell peppers (any color, cut into strips)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 8 small flour tortillas

Optional Toppings

  • salsa (Optional)
  • sour cream (Optional)
  • guacamole (Optional)
  • lime wedges (Optional)

Instructions 

  • Toss steak with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear steak in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook onion and bell pepper strips for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Return steak to skillet with vegetables and toss for 1 minute.
  • Warm tortillas according to package directions.
  • Serve steak and vegetable mixture in warm tortillas with toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Steak