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Sheet Pan Fajitas

Cultural Context

Fajitas originated in the Tex-Mex cuisine of the United States, particularly popularized in the 1970s. Traditionally made with skirt steak, this dish has evolved to include various proteins and vegetables, making it a versatile favorite. The sheet pan method simplifies preparation and cleanup, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Today, fajitas are enjoyed worldwide, often customized with different toppings and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb flank steak
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups bell peppers
1 cup red onion
as needed PAM cooking spray
8 tortillas
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fresh cheese
to taste hot sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while chicken thighs are less expensive than breasts.

1

Set the oven rack to the highest level closest to the broiler.

2

Use a cast iron pan to measure a three-inch distance for the sheet pan.

3

Make the marinade with fresh lime juice and honey.

4

Set aside some marinade for the fajita veggies.

5

Add flank steak to a Ziploc bag with the marinade and seal it.

6

Thinly slice bell peppers and red onion.

7

Place sliced veggies in a mixing bowl and add the reserved marinade, tossing to coat.

8

Refrigerate the marinated veggies.

9

Cover a sheet pan with foil.

10

Pat the flank steak dry with paper towels on both sides.

11

Spray the sheet pan and flank steak with PAM cooking spray.

12

Spread the marinated veggies evenly around the flank steak on the sheet pan.

13

Broil in the oven until charred, flipping the flank steak halfway through.

14

Toss the veggies and return to the oven for a couple more minutes to brown everything.

15

Remove from the oven and let the flank steak rest on a cutting board.

16

Warm tortillas in a lightly oiled cast iron pan for about one minute per side.

17

Slice the flank steak down the middle and then against the grain for tender bites.

18

Serve the fajitas directly on the sheet pan with fresh cilantro, cheese, and hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingroasting

Equipment Needed

sheet pancast iron panZiploc bagmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

FajitasSheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Local Name: fajitas al horno

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