How Long to Cook Skirt Steak (Outside Skirt, Whole Piece) in the sheet pan

Specification: Trimmed skirt steak cut in half to fit sheet pan, dried and seasoned, broiled on high heat

Target Temp

500°F (260°C) Broil

Radiant Heat

Total Time

6–8 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

Turnover Point

Internal Safe Temp

130°F (54°C) (medium-rare)

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) Broil. Arrange skirt steak (outside skirt, whole piece) (Trimmed skirt steak cut in half to fit sheet pan, dried and seasoned, broiled on high heat) on a parchment-lined sheet pan in a single layer. Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

Cook & Flip

Cook for 6–8 mins. Flip at the 4-minute mark for even browning.

Check & Rest

Deep blackened blistering across the grain; center is warm red-pink and measuring 130°F Confirm internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) (medium-rare). Rest for 6 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Beef It's What's For Dinner Standards & USDA FSIS Safe Food Handling

Pro Tip: Broil on maximum broiler setting; skirt steak is thin and requires intense direct heat to brown before overcooking the interior.

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