Southwest Steak Potato Skillet (Printable)

Tender steak and crispy potatoes cooked with bold southwestern spices in one skillet.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb baby potatoes, quartered
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, diced
05 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
06 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 2 tsp chili powder
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Others

14 - 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# How-To:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak cubes lightly with salt and pepper and sear for 2 to 3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
02 - Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add quartered potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and just tender.
03 - Add diced red bell pepper, red onion, corn, jalapeño (if using), and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables soften.
04 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir thoroughly to coat.
05 - Return steak and any released juices to the skillet. Stir and cook 3 to 5 minutes until steak reaches desired doneness and mixture is heated through.
06 - Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines protein-rich steak and vegetables in a single pan for easy cleanup
  • Customizable heat level using jalapeño and spices
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and does not contain major allergens
  • Always verify processed ingredient labels for cross-contamination risk
03 -
  • For extra heat, increase jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne to spices
  • Swap sirloin for flank or strip steak as preferred
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