Recipe: Cajun-Style Steak and Vegetable Sheet Pan Supper (2024)

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Recipe: Cajun-Style Steak and Vegetable Sheet Pan Supper (1)

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If you’re not familiar with sheet pan dinners it’s time to get acquainted with this magical method, where a baking sheet and an oven are all you need to get a main dish and sides on the table at the same time. This sheet pan supper roasts juicy steak, tender potatoes, and a colorful medley of veggies together. It’s easy to pull off on a busy weeknight, but taking it one little step further with some spices and butter makes it fancy enough to serve at a dinner party.

How Sheet Pan Suppers Work

The beauty of sheet pan suppers is that everything roasts together on a baking sheet — but because different ingredients cook at different rates, staggering when they go in the oven is important. Here, chunks of red potato, bell pepper, and broccoli start roasting first since they need some extra cooking time, and then the steaks are added later and broiled so that they won’t overcook.

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Flavored Butter for the Win

While the veggies are roasting, this frees up some time to make a quick Cajun Creole butter with some garlic and The Spice Hunter Cajun Creole Seasoning Blend. This blend of peppers, onions, and citrus peels has a mild but flavorful kick that makes the flavored butter sing, and it easily takes the vegetables and steak to flavor levels way beyond the typical sprinkling of salt and pepper.

When the steaks are almost done in the broiler, slather some of the tasty Cajun Creole butter on top, where it’ll melt and mingle with the meat and veggies, turning into a tasty sauce. Pass around the rest of the Cajun Creole butter at the table and revel in the fact that you’re enjoying an easy but more adventurous dinner, and the only pan you need to wash is the baking sheet.

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Prep time 15 minutes

Cook time 21 minutes

Serves 4

Nutritional Info

Ingredients

  • 2

    (12-ounce) New York strip steaks (1 to 1 1/4-inches thick)

  • 1 pound

    small red potatoes (about 2 inches in diameter), halved

  • 1

    small onion, cut into 8 wedges

  • 1

    medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced 1-inch thick

  • 2 cups

    broccoli florets

  • 2 tablespoons

    olive oil, plus more for brushing on the steaks

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons

    kosher salt, divided

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons

    The Spice Hunter Cajun Creole Seasoning Blend, divided

  • 4 tablespoons

    unsalted butter, at room temperature

  • 2 cloves

    garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and a second rack in the upper third position and heat to 400°F. Meanwhile, remove the steak from the refrigerator and set aside at room temperature.

  2. Place the potatoes, onion, bell pepper, and broccoli on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with the oil, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of The Spice Hunter Cajun Creole Seasoning Blend. Toss to coat, then arrange in an even layer with the potatoes cut-side down around the edges of the baking sheet.

  3. Roast on the middle rack until the bottom of the potatoes are golden-brown, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, make a Cajun Creole butter by mashing the butter, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of The Spice Hunter Cajun Creole Seasoning Blend together in a small bowl; set aside. Brush the steaks all over with a thin layer of oil and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon The Spice Hunter Cajun Creole Seasoning Blend.

  4. Remove the vegetables from the oven and toss. Switch the oven to broil. Place the steaks in the center of the pan and arrange the vegetables around it. Broil on the upper rack until the steak is browned on top, about 3 minutes. Flip the steaks and top the steaks with half of the Cajun Creole butter. Broil until the steaks are browned and medium-rare, or until desired doneness, about 3 minutes more. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Top the steaks with the remaining Cajun Creole butter and serve with the vegetables.

Recipe Notes

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Recipe: Cajun-Style Steak and Vegetable Sheet Pan Supper (2024)

FAQs

How long should you cook a sheet pan dinner? ›

Temperatures range from 375-400°F for sheet pan meals. Depending on the vegetables and protein you've chosen, it may take anywhere from 35-45 minutes to cook thoroughly. Remember if you've chosen something you know will overcook in that period, you want to add it in later on in the cooking time.

What is the basic of sheet pan cooking? ›

A sheet pan takes the concept of a one-pot meal and flips it onto a pan. It saves time, makes clean-up easier, and doesn't require expensive equipment or fancy ingredients. Just start with your protein of choice, then add vegetables, fat and flavorings, and roast at high heat until everything is golden brown.

Do you cover sheet pan dinners? ›

Foil is the right choice when you're roasting at temperatures of 425°F (220°C) or higher. Unless it's labelled non-stick, foil needs greasing, and — surprise! — it makes no difference if the shiny side is up or down. Cover the baking sheet completely, including the sides and corners, to catch any mess.

What is the difference between a cookie sheet pan and a cooking sheet pan? ›

Baking sheet pans have rolled edges with a lip around the entire pan, whereas cookie sheets do not. Baking sheets are often used for roasting and other savory preparations. Baking sheets can also be used for very shallow cakes, like those used for jelly rolls. Baking sheets can be used for cookies.

What are restaurant sheet pans made of? ›

Professional sheet pans used in commercial kitchens typically are made of aluminum, with a 25 mm (1 in) raised lip around the edge, and come in both standard and non-standard sizes.

Can you put food directly on sheet pan? ›

Just throw some chopped veggies and meat on a sheet pan, toss with oil and seasoning… voila? Well, done right, yes, sheet pan cooking can make your dinner prep so much easier.

How big of a sheet pan for sheet pan dinners? ›

Buy a Commercial-Grade Half Sheet-Pan

The standard size for a half sheet-pan (or “rimmed baking sheet”) is 13"x18". All of the sheet-pan dinners we develop in the Test Kitchen are developed to fit perfectly on that size pan—try making one of those recipes on a smaller jelly roll pan or cookie sheet and it won't work.

What temperature do you cook a cookie sheet pan? ›

Like most nonstick sheet pans, it shouldn't be subjected to temperatures above 450ºF. That's a generous maximum for most baking projects, but this isn't a baking sheet you want to stick under the broiler or use to fire pizza at high heat.

Do you cover sheet pan meals with foil? ›

We recommend foil over parchment paper for sheet pan cooking. As it conducts heat, foil can help accelerate the cooking process and help browning.

How do you make a sheet pan for dinner? ›

How to Make the Best Sheet Pan Dinners
  1. Use the Right Kind of Pan. The right baking sheet to use for sheet pan dinners is called a half-sheet pan. ...
  2. Line the Pan for Easy Clean-Up. ...
  3. Give Dense or Whole Vegetables a Head Start. ...
  4. Oil Up the Ingredients. ...
  5. Know When to Rack 'Em. ...
  6. Add Flavor Boosters.
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How many people does a full sheet pan feed? ›

Generally, a full sheet cake can serve around 70 to 80 people, a half sheet cake serves about 36 to 48, and a quarter sheet cake caters to approximately 20 to 24 guests.

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