Southwest Steak Potato Skillet (Print)

Tender steak combined with crispy potatoes and bold Southwestern spices for a hearty, easy-to-make dinner.

# Components:

→ 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 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
11 - ½ tsp dried oregano
12 - ½ tsp salt
13 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Others

14 - 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
15 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy one-skillet dinner
  • Packed with bold Southwest flavors
02 -
  • For extra heat, add more jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne
  • Swap sirloin for flank or strip steak as preferred
03 -
  • Cut steak and potatoes evenly for consistent cooking
  • You can prep veggies ahead to save time on busy nights
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