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Updated July 12, 2021
Are you looking for no-fail cast iron skillet recipes?
You are not alone!
I inherited an entire set of Lodge cast-iron cookware from my late Mother-In-Law. So incredibly grateful for the gift, as she knew how much I love to cook and bake!
But… I had never used a cast iron pan.
Oh my! I had been missing out on the ease of the one-pot supper.
Cast iron skillets are great for cooking one-pan meals. That means less cleanup and more time spent with friends and family.
We have put together our 12 favorite cast iron skillet recipes that are sure to please.
There are many other benefits to cooking in a cast-iron skillet.
- Cast iron has a long life span which is why many are passed down from generation to generation.
- Cast iron skillets can be used in the oven as well as the stove making it perfect for one-pan dishes.
- When seasoned properly, cast iron pans are naturally non-stick and don’t include any harmful chemicals.
These are just a few of the benefits of cooking with cast iron.
There are so many different meals that can be cooked in a cast-iron skillet!
Here are a few delicious ideas to get you started.
Cast Iron Skillet Recipes
1. Kielbasa & Butternut Squash with Kale – Cook At Home Mom
This Kielbasa and Butternut Squash meal is a one-pan skillet that’s Whole30, Gluten-Free, and Paleo!
A simple weeknight dinner that’s delicious and healthy.
2. Cast Iron Chicken Pot Pie – Powered By Mom
Chicken pot pie is always delicious, and it makes for a great comfort meal, especially when the weather is a little colder.
This pot pie is cooked in the cast iron skillet and includes a biscuit topping that’s sure to become a favorite.
3. BBQ Pulled Pork and Rice Skillet – Cooking With Carlee
BBQ pulled pork and rice that’s full of flavor and works perfectly for leftover pulled pork.
This is an easy dish that only takes about 20 minutes for the whole family can enjoy.
We love pulled pork made in the slow cooker and this recipe is our go-to to use up our leftover pulled pork.
4. Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Thighs – Bliss Health Coaching
Perfect for busy nights, these chicken thighs are easy to put together and the dish is also healthy.
The chicken is mixed with a hint of lemon and rosemary to compliment the chicken.
5. Sausage and Spinach Frittata – Low Carb Africa
This is a meal that’s perfect for any time of the day.
You can enjoy this delicious sausage and spinach frittata for breakfast, brunch, or for a delicious weeknight dinner.
If you need a quick holiday brunch item that your guests will love, this sausage and spinach Frittata is a sure winner!
6. Sweet Potato Enchiladas – Chisel And Fork
This is a great take on a Mexican dish that’s a little healthier than traditional Mexican dishes.
The sweet potatoes are spiralized and combined with beans, corn, tortillas, and a homemade enchilada sauce that’s sure to delight your taste buds.
This recipe is perfect for Sunday afternoon football game munchies or a super fast (and EASY) weeknight dinner!
7. Pork Chops with Apple Cider Gravy – Zona Cooks
Pork chops are seared in a cast-iron skillet and topped with a delicious apple cider and quick onion soup mix gravy. You can serve the pork chops with a side of potatoes that pair well with the gravy and make for an impressive dinner.
My family LOVED this recipe! In the fall and through-out the Holiday season, I often find myself looking for delicious, easy, no-fail dinner to make when we have guests.
This recipe has been added to my arsenal one-pan meals to make during the holidays.
8. Mexicali Quiche – Green Scheme TV
A healthy dish that’s also vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. This Mexicali quiche is a mix between Mexico and California inspired flavors which give it a unique taste.
9. Blackened Salmon – Mom Foodie
A favorite Cajun cuisine for many, this blackened salmon is pan-fried in a well-oiled heavy cast-iron skillet for extra crispiness and more taste.
Blackening the salmon seals in the moisture that’s added and keeps the flavor throughout.
20 Hearty Simple Skillet Dinners That Are Easy To Make
Simple skillet dinners are our go-to when we need a fast and easy weeknight supper. I LOVE one-skillet dinners after a long day of work on our homestead. Late summer into the fall is a busy season of harvesting and preserving as much of our own food as we can.
10. Beer Skillet Potatoes with Fire Grilled Chicken – The Soccer Mom Blog
A tasty dish that takes the classic side dish to a whole new flavor.
The potatoes are cooked in a Guinness beer and topped with delicious grilled chicken to complete the meal.
11. Asian Seared Scallops with Spinach – Jersey Girl Cooks
In less than 30 minutes you can have these delicious seared scallops that are cooked with an Asian twist to them.
Fresh scallops taste great when they’re cooked in a cast-iron skillet and because they’re seared, they get a nice crust on the outside.
12. Smothered Chicken – Restless Chipotle
A quick and easy classic that includes chicken that’s browned to perfection and gravy that’s creamy and delicious.
The aroma itself will be delightful while the dish is being cooked and the taste will have your taste buds going crazy because it’s so delicious.
Conclusion:
Cast iron skillets are perfect for making one-pan meals. That means less cleanup and more time doing what you love.
We hope you found these cast iron skillet recipes inspirational.