Easy Crockpot Steak Fajitas

Name: Easy Crockpot Steak Fajitas
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 240 min
Total time: 295 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1.5 lb Skirt steak; 3 count Bell peppers (sliced); 1.5 count Onions (half a red and a full white onion, sliced); 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish); 0.25 cup Olive oil; 1 count Lime (juice of one); 1 tbsp Cumin; 1 tbsp Onion powder; 1 tbsp Garlic powder; 2 tbsp Paprika; 0.5 tbsp Chili powder; 1 tsp Cayenne pepper; 1.5 tsp Salt

This 'lazy gal hack' recipe features tender skirt steak and crisp bell peppers and onions, slow-cooked to perfection in a crockpot with a flavorful marinade. It's an effortless way to enjoy homemade steak fajitas with minimal hands-on time.

#Fajitas

#Steak

#Crockpot

#Slow Cooker

#Easy

#Mexican

#Tex-Mex

#Weeknight Meal

Sliced Bell Peppers and Onions

Recipe Information

55m

Prep Time

Cook Time

4h 55m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Tex-Mex

English

Nutrition (per serving)

600

Calories

40g

Protein

10g

Carbs

45g

Fat

Marinating Skirt Steak

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Ingredients Layered in Crockpot

Instructions

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1
Slice the bell peppers and onions into thin strips. Set aside.
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Slice the bell peppers and onions into thin strips. Set aside.
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For best results, slice vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
2
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
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In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
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Ensure all spices are well mixed to evenly coat the steak.
3
Add the skirt steak to the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Add the skirt steak to the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Marinating allows the steak to absorb maximum flavor and tenderize.
4
Layer the sliced bell peppers and onions at the bottom of your crockpot. Top with the marinated steak and sprinkle with the chopped fresh cilantro.
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Layer the sliced bell peppers and onions at the bottom of your crockpot. Top with the marinated steak and sprinkle with the chopped fresh cilantro.
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The vegetables at the bottom will create a flavorful base and prevent the steak from sticking.
5
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the steak is fork-tender and easily shredded.
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Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the steak is fork-tender and easily shredded.
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Cooking on low heat for longer yields more tender results.
6
Once cooked, carefully remove the steak and shred it using two forks. Mix the shredded steak back into the vegetables and juices in the crockpot.
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Once cooked, carefully remove the steak and shred it using two forks. Mix the shredded steak back into the vegetables and juices in the crockpot.
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Shredding the steak while warm makes it easier to handle.
7
Serve the steak fajitas hot with tortillas and your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or extra fresh cilantro.
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Serve the steak fajitas hot with tortillas and your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or extra fresh cilantro.
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Warm your tortillas before serving for a better experience.