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My Steak Fajita Quesadillas is a fast stovetop meal I make when I need dinner on the table and don’t have time to plan ahead. The steak and vegetables cook together in one skillet, and the quesadillas come together right after. It is a dependable dinner that comes together quickly.

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Steak fajita quesadillas are a simple skillet meal made with seasoned steak, sautéed peppers, and melted cheese inside crisp tortillas. The filling cooks fast and does not require marinating or long prep. Everything is done on the stovetop, which makes this a practical option when the oven is not needed. This recipe works well for busy evenings and flexible serving sizes.

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Why you’ll love this recipe…

I like this recipe because the steak cooks quickly and stays tender. It is easy to make a few or a full batch depending on how many people I am feeding. This is the kind of meal I can make without second-guessing the timing.

⏰ Total Time: 14 minutes
🍂 Perfect For: Busy weeknights
🛒 Key Ingredients: Shaved steak, bell peppers, tortillas
🍽️ Servings: 5
🥄 Skill Level: Easy
🧊 Storage: Refrigerates well

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ingredients for steak fajita quesadillas

What You’ll Need for Steak Fajita Quesadillas

  • Shaved Steak: Cooks quickly and stays tender
  • Bell Peppers: Add sweetness and color
  • Flour Tortillas: Crisp evenly in the skillet

👉 Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Roasted Vegetables is another steak-based dinner that you’ll need to try.

Full Ingredients List

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 14 oz shaved beef steak
  • 1 tablespoon steak seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 10–15 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese

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Swaps & Substitutions

  • Swap Mexican-style cheese for cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • Use smaller tortillas for individual portions

About What This Costs

Estimated total cost: $10–$12
Servings: 5
Estimated cost per serving: about $2.25

This estimate is based on average US grocery prices and may vary depending on location, store, and seasonal pricing.
This recipe works well as an affordable family dinner.

How to Make Steak Fajita Quesadillas

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2: Add the sliced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and shaved steak to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, for 5 to 8 minutes until the steak is cooked through and no longer pink.

Step 3: Sprinkle the steak seasoning and taco seasoning over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.

steak and peppers cooking in a skillet

Step 4: Lightly grease a large griddle or skillet with nonstick spray.

Step 5: Place one tortilla on the surface. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of cheese onto the tortilla, add a generous portion of the steak and peppers, sprinkle a little more cheese on top, and place a second tortilla over it.

assembling steak fajita quesadilla

Step 6: Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until the tortillas are crisp and the cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

quesadilla cooking until crisp

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Steak Fajita Quesadilla Variations

  • Add sliced mushrooms or jalapeños
  • Use chicken instead of steak
  • Finish with a squeeze of lime before serving

 👉 Sheet Pan Greek Chicken is another easy dinner option for busy nights.

My Pro TipS

Tips and Tricks

  • Use medium-high heat for quick cooking
  • Thin steak cooks evenly
  • Even cheese layers help seal the tortillas

Recipe FAQs – Steak Fajita Quesadillas

Can I prep the filling ahead of time?

Yes, the steak and vegetables can be cooked and refrigerated ahead.

How do I reheat leftovers?

Reheat in a skillet to keep the tortillas crisp.

Can I freeze these quesadillas?

They freeze best before cooking.

How do I keep them from falling apart?

Use cheese on both sides of the filling.

 👉 Sheet Pan Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf is another meal that reheats well.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with salsa or sour cream
  • Add guacamole on the side
  • Pair with a simple green salad

Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Store cooked quesadillas up to 3 days
  • Freezer: Freeze assembled uncooked quesadillas
  • Reheat: Warm in a skillet until crisp

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Steak Fajita Quesadillas – 10 Minute Dinner

Steak fajita quesadillas made in 10 minutes with seasoned steak, peppers, and melty cheese.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 9 minutes
Total: 14 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 14 oz shaved beef steak
  • 1 tablespoon steak seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 10 –15 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion, peppers, and steak and cook until steak is cooked through.
  • Season with steak seasoning and taco seasoning.
  • Assemble quesadillas with cheese and filling.
  • Cook until tortillas are crisp and cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Cook the filling first for even seasoning.
  • Do not overfill the tortillas.
  • Reheat in a skillet for best texture.
  • This recipe works best with shaved steak.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 668mg | Potassium: 489mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1049IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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  1. Cheryl Christensen says:

    5 stars

    Made these for dinner tonight and my hubby loved them! Quick, easy, tasty and going into rotation at our house. I cheated and used some frozen sliced peppers and onions (we always have it on hand) and it worked great.