Description
These Steak and Caramelized Onion Flatbreads combine tender slices of steak, golden caramelized onions, and melted cheese on a crispy, chewy flatbread base. It’s a rustic yet elegant dish perfect for an easy dinner, appetizer, or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the caramelized onions:
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the flatbreads:
4 store-bought flatbreads or naan (6–8 inches each)
1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese
½ cup crumbled blue cheese or feta (optional)
Fresh arugula or baby spinach (optional, for garnish)
Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions, sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and soft. Set aside.
- Cook the steak: Toss sliced steak with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until browned but still medium-rare. Remove from heat and rest.
- Assemble the flatbreads: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place flatbreads on a baking sheet, drizzle with remaining olive oil, then layer caramelized onions, steak slices, mozzarella, and blue cheese or feta if using. Add herbs if desired.
- Bake: Bake 8–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are crisp and golden.
- Finish and serve: Top with arugula or spinach, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Use naan, pita, or thin pizza crust for the base.
Swap mozzarella for gouda, provolone, or cheddar for different flavors.
Add roasted red peppers, olives, or balsamic glaze for a Mediterranean touch.
For spice, drizzle hot honey or sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
Grill instead of baking for a smoky charred flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
