Get ready to enjoy tender and flavorful steak fajitas with minimal effort using this slow cooker recipe. With a mix of bell peppers, onions, and mouth-watering seasonings, these fajitas are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker in the morning, and by evening, you'll have a delicious and satisfying meal ready to serve. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a taco night with friends, these slow cooker steak fajitas are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 8 flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Slice the flank steak into thin strips, cutting against the grain.
- Place the sliced steak, onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker and toss to coat everything evenly.
- Pour the lime juice and beef broth over the mixture in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the steak is tender.
- Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the steak and vegetables to a serving platter.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Serve the steak and vegetables on the warm tortillas and garnish with optional toppings.
- Roll up the tortillas, securing them with toothpicks if necessary, and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Flank steak is a flavorful and relatively affordable cut of beef, perfect for slow cooking.
Marinating the steak in lime juice helps tenderize the meat and adds a tangy flavor.
You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper or omitting it altogether.
Leftover steak fajitas can be refrigerated and enjoyed as a tasty lunch or dinner option the next day.