The 31 Best-Ever Cast Iron Skillet Recipes

A cast iron skillet is the ultimate one-pan wonder! It works on the stovetop and in the oven, so you can sear meat on the stove and then transfer it to the oven for a perfect finish. Less mess, less fuss! These delicious skillet recipes are for everyone, from cranberry leek chicken to fajita-inspired Baha chicken and peppers, and a hearty sweet potato hash.

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet

A skillet full of vegetables, meat and cheese. This is one of the best skillet recipes. — Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Turkey pairs with sweet potatoes, garlic, shallot, lime, cheese, and more, for this super-simple turkey skillet dinner. You only need one pan to make it, which also means less washing up for you afterwards. So however you look at it, this yummy low carb meal is a real winner!
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Italian Frittata Recipe

A skillet filled with a cheesy zucchini frittata. — Italian Frittata Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella

Straightforward to make and a treat to eat, this Italian vegetable frittata recipe is definitely a winning recipe. It’s simple to prepare, and you can mix and match the fillings depending on what you have in the refrigerator. It’s the perfect way to use up any vegetables or cooked meats you need to use up.
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Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

Mexican chicken in a skillet with oranges and limes. — Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Although there is no shortage of baked chicken recipes to choose from, this one stands out from the rest. Citrus, garlic, peppers, cilantro, cheese, and more add flavour to the chicken. This dish is gorgeous served hot with rice on the side.
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Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions

Beef tenderloin with tomato sauce on a white plate. — Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The delicious flavours of cayenne, garlic, chilies, horseradish and more, these seared beef medallions with tomato relish sauce are sure to tantalize your taste buds with this 30 minute meal.
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Swedish Meatballs

A skillet filled with meatballs and pasta. — Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.
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Baked French Toast Maple Cinnamon Skillet

A skillet with strawberries and icing on it. — Baked French Toast Maple Cinnamon Skillet. Photo credit: xoxobella.

Using canned biscuits as the base makes this Pillsbury French toast bake super quick and easy to make. After all, who wants to cook a complicated recipe first thing in the morning? Not me, which is why I’m so happy I discovered this!
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Tex-Mex Meatballs

These Tex-Mex Meatballs are the perfect one skillet dinner. With juicy spiced beef meatballs simmered in a rich and smoky tomato sauce.
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Baked Chicken Thighs In Cast Iron Skillet

These cast iron skillet chicken thighs are so easy and absolutely delicious way to get crispy skin and juicy chicken, every time you make it!
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Southwestern Chicken Skillet Recipe

Made with simple ingredients, saucy and cheesy Southwestern Chicken Skillet can be on the table in about 45 minutes!
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15-Minute Mexican Skillet Recipe With Sausage, Rice & Beans

A FAST and EASY Mexican rice and beans recipe! Break out of your chicken rut with this FLAVORFUL dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights!!
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Tex Mex Chicken And Zucchini Recipe

One pan Tex Mex chicken and zucchini recipe with black beans, corn, tomatoes and melted cheese. Low carb and crowd pleasing 30 minute dinner!
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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

A skillet with a piece of cake and a cup of coffee. — Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This chocolate chip cookie dessert is easy to mix in one bowl and there are no cookies to scoop out on a sheet pan. Sometimes you just want to make a quick batch of cookies but you don’t want to spend all day scooping out the dough. Mix it in one bowl and get excited about tasting it!
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Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes

Grilled tilapia with tomatoes and herbs in a skillet. — Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Quick, easy and full of healthy veggies this Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes is a win for a busy night. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and only requires a few ingredients. This is one of the best skillet recipes!
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Skillet Cranberry Leek Chicken

Chicken with cranberry sauce in a skillet. — Skillet Cranberry Leek Chicken. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This skillet cranberry leek chicken is a fun and festive holiday dinner. The tart and sweet sauce makes the perfect pairing with simply sauteed chicken breasts.
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Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens

A skillet filled with chicken, tomatoes and greens. — Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Try this hearty, healthy Mediterranean skillet chicken with greens. It’s packed with nutritious vegetables and sprinkled with spices to liven it up a bit. It’s a filling meal that can be prepped on Sunday and eaten all week.
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Game Day Pizza Skillet Dip

Cheesy nacho dip in a cast iron skillet. — Game Day Pizza Skillet Dip. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Games and tailgating look a little different this year, but we are here to share with you a perfect homegating solution with this yummy recipe for Game Day Pizza Roll Skillet Dip. We’ve also got some great ideas to make homegating your new favorite weekend tradition!
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Sweet Skillet Cornbread Recipe

Country style cornbread cooked in a skillet with a drizzle of honey. — Sweet Skillet Cornbread Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella

A delicious sweet skillet cornbread, perfect as a side for chili or a tasty snack. With honey, butter, and cornmeal, it’s a real treat!
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Spinach Shakshuka with Tomatillos

A quiche with eggs and avocado on a wooden board. — Spinach Shakshuka with Tomatillos. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This spinach shakshuka is a modern twist on classic shakshuka – base of hearty greens with perfectly poached eggs. It’s ready in 45 minutes and perfect for a power breakfast!
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Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

Mexican sweet potato casserole in a white bowl with a wooden spoon. — Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This southwestern inspired ground beef and sweet potato skillet is an easy one-pan meal everyone will love. This recipe works great for meal-prepping, the leftovers are delicious.
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Ground Beef Stroganoff

A bowl of pasta with mushrooms and sauce. — Ground Beef Stroganoff. Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

If you’re looking for a yummy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor or require much time or effort, this flavorful ground beef stroganoff is just what you need. Tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and mushrooms simmer in a deliciously rich and creamy 3-ingredient sauce.
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Sweet Potato Hash

Sweet potato hash is a hearty, nutritious, and delicious breakfast that has proven to be a real crowd-pleaser. Imagine a big plate with soft sweet potatoes, tasty ham, and onions. It’s topped off with a sunny-side-up egg cooked just right.
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Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet

A person drizzling sour cream on a skillet of mexican rice. — Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This ground turkey taco skillet has so much going for it! It’s incredibly tasty – we’ve got classic taco flavors, a healthy dose of cheese, and even a few veggies thrown in there, plus it’s ready in just 15 minutes, making this easy taco skillet dinner a great weeknight dinner option.
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Healthy Black Bean Skillet Dinner

Mexican black bean dip in a skillet. — Healthy Black Bean Skillet Dinner. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This vegetarian but hearty black bean skillet dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes and satisfying enough for meat-eaters to enjoy! It offers black beans, corn, veggies, and a dose of cheese for a scoop-able one-skillet meal that’s cheesy and loaded with flavor.
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Skillet Breakfast Potatoes

A skillet filled with broccoli, potatoes and peas. — Skillet Breakfast Potatoes. Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

Ready in just 30 minutes, these crispy, spicy skillet breakfast potatoes are the perfect dish to add to your dining table. This simple recipe uses fork-tender potatoes and a variety of veggies and spices to create a flavorful, filling, and nutritious breakfast.
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Ground Beef Stir Fry

A skillet full of vegetables and meat stir fried in sesame oil. — Ground Beef Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This ground beef stir fry recipe is the perfect weeknight meal. Made in one pan with an assortment of fresh vegetables, it features a garlic ginger homemade stir fry sauce that’s healthier, tastier and quicker than any takeout order!
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Brownie S’mores Dip

A person holding a graham cracker in front of a pan of s'mores dip. — Brownie S’mores Dip. Photo credit: Sugar and Soul.

The Brownie S’mores Dip Recipe is the perfect indulgent treat for summertime gatherings, combining the delicious flavors of classic s’mores with a rich, chocolatey brownie base. Baking the dip in a cast-iron skillet adds a rustic charm, while the gooey marshmallow layer and melted chocolate chunks are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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Skillet Taco Salad

A skillet filled with a salad and chips. — Skillet Taco Salad. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

This skillet taco salad is a wonderful Taco Tuesday meal. Taco salad is wonderful stuff and all the toppings are adjustable to your needs and wants, so you can let everyone top their own. It’s a great one-pot dish. Add this to your list of favorite skillet recipes.
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Achari Chicken (Chicken Curry With Pickling Spices)

Chicken tikka masala in a skillet on a table. — Achari Chicken (Chicken Curry With Pickling Spices). Photo credit: So Yummy Recipes.

Achari chicken curry or Achari Murgh is a curry dish cooked with pickling spices. It’s a delicious North Indian dish that has a piquant achari spice flavor.
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Easy Pan Fried Potatoes

A plate of roasted potatoes with scallions and ham. — Easy Pan Fried Potatoes. Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

These skillet-fried potatoes are perfectly golden brown on the outside and delightfully tender on the inside. What’s best is that they’re incredibly easy to make for the best crispy potatoes every single time.
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Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Mexican dip in a skillet with tortilla chips. — Mexican Ground Beef Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Taco seasoning makes this Mexican ground beef recipe an easy and flavorful one-pan meal you can have on the table in 30 minutes. Filled with beans, rice, peppers and plenty of melted cheese, this is a healthy ground beef recipe everyone will love!
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Ethiopian Cabbage

A cast iron skillet filled with cabbage and carrots. — Ethiopian Cabbage. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This Ethiopian, one pot, cabbage stew, which is also known as Atakilt Wat or Atkilt Wot comes together in just 30 minutes. Flavored with turmeric, it’s a great way to use pantry veggies!
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