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20 Hearty Simple Skillet Dinners

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Updated July 14, 2021

simple skillet dinners

 

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.

That usually means long days and late nights, so I’m very grateful for my cast-iron skillets and for these mouth-watering skillet dinner recipes!

I’m excited to share them with you!

These are perfect family recipes. But the best part?

There is a little-known secret about skillet meals that farm wives have passed down through the generations.

Clean-up is a breeze!

Let’s jump into these super simple skillet meals and help you get dinner on the table tonight!

 

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One Pan Skillet Lasagna Zoodles by Life Made Sweeter

This lasagna recipe is an easy-to-make one-pan meal if you like simple skillet dinners. Nothing better than this low carb Italian classic that your family is sure to love.

What a great way to enjoy zucchini abundance from your garden!

 

SKILLET ZUCCHINI LASAGNA

LifeMadeSweeter.com

 

Quick And Easy Chicken Fiesta Skillet by Zesty Olive

Have this one-pan easy chicken fiesta skillet meal on the table in less than 30 minutes. Add a side salad or refried beans and your good to go!

Simple skillet dinners are a blessing after a long day.

 

easy chicken fiesta skillet

ZestyOlive.com

 

 

Turkey Skillet Mac And Cheese by Running To The Kitchen

This recipe got its start with Hamburger Helper in 2012. At the time it was called the “Grown Up Hamburger Helper Mac ‘n Cheese”! 

Skillet Turkey Mac and Cheese

RunningToTheKitchen.com

 

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchilada Skillet by A Saucy Kitchen

You can put together this delicious meal in under 30 minutes.  Best of all, if you eat gluten-free or vegetarian,  you can add this meal to your list.

Skillet sweet potato casserole

ASaucyKitchen.com

 

Seafood Rice Skillet by Budget Bytes

When it comes to simple skillet dinners, this is a great seafood recipe modeled after a Trader Joe’s favorite! Give it a try… your family will love it.

seafood rice skillet

BudgetBytes.com

 

20 Delicious Fall Sausage Recipes Your Family Will Love

Chilly nights are the perfect time to try out new fall sausage recipes! When we think of fall comfort foods our list of favorites would not be complete without sausage. These hearty sausage recipes are worth adding to your fall comfort food dinners!

 

Skillet Chicken with Cheesy Orzo and Zucchini by Simply Recipes

Chicken, pasta, and cheese, what else do you need?  Ok, maybe a little Zucchini veggie to balance things out.  Simple skillet dinners can definitely make life a lot easier.

skillet cheesy chicken

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One Pan Quinoa Skillet with Parmesan and White Beans

Don’t let the ease of this one-pan skillet recipe fool you. It’s a healthy crowd-pleaser you can have ready in just over 30 minutes.

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One Pot Ham & Penne Skillet Recipe by Julia’s Eats And Treats

Leftover simple skillet dinners are a life-saver.

If you have leftover ham after a holiday gathering, this one-pot recipe is easy to make and easy to clean.

 

Ham Penne Skillet Meal

JuliasEatsAndTreats.com

 

20 Minute Spicy Pork Udon Stir Fry by Seasons and Suppers

Marinated pork with vegetables stir-fried with udon noodles in a spicy sauce is a dish you will surely be adding to your list of favorites.

Spicy pork skillet stir fry

SeasonsandSuppers.ca

 

Skillet Chicken Fajitas by Recipe Runner

Skillets were made for Fajitas! If you are looking for a low carb recipe, look no further.

Best of all you can change it up with different spices and veggies.

Skillet Chicken Fajitas

RecipeRunner.com

 

Cheesy Bacon and Egg Hash by Cafe Deletes

This breakfast skillet recipe can be served at any time!

cheesy bacon egg hash

CafeDelites.com

 

Easy Taco Mac by Maebells

This is a wonderful one-pot 30-minute meal your family will love. Also is a gluten-free recipe to add to your index cards.

skillet taco mac

Maebells.com

 

Lemon Salmon Orzo Skillet by The Creative Bite

If you like salmon, this is a delicious one-pot, low-calorie healthy dinner. Ready in 30-minutes!

Lemon Salmon Orzo Skillet

TheCreativeBite.com

 

One Pan Asian Beef And Rice Skillet by Five Heart Home

If you love beef and rice with Asian spices you will love this recipe…..from start to finish in 30 minutes!

asian beef and rice skillet

FiveHeartHome.com

 

Cornbread-Topped Skillet Chili by Sally’s Baking Addiction

If you love cornbread and chili you will love this recipe.

A one-skillet dish the whole family can enjoy.

The secret is to add a small amount of brown sugar to bring out the spices!

skillet chili

SalleysBakingAddiction.com

 

My favorite skillets are cast-iron and made by Lodge. You can’t kill their cast-iron cookware.

 

Creamy Chicken Noodle Skillet by The Girl Who Ate Everything

This is a great meal you can whip up in no time. Chicken and noodles, matter how you prepare them, is always a winner and this is no exception. A complete meal with protein, veggies, and carbs!

Chicken Noodle Skillet

The-Girl-Who-Ate-Everything.com

 

Unstuffed Peppers by The Gracious Wife

Just as it sounds, unstuffed peppers have all the goodness of stuffed papers… they’re just unstuffed! Best of all using a skillet and not having to stuff the peppers is a huge time-saver without compromising taste!

Unstuffed peppers skillet recipe

 

TheGraciousWife.com

 

Easy Skillet Lasagna by Averie Cooks

Lasagna used to be a long-drawn-out process. Not with this dish, you don’t even have to boil the noodles.

Start to finish in 30 minutes!

It’s doubtful there will be any leftovers.

We all love lasagna, but most of us hate making it.

It’s a project. It doesn’t work on a dark and cold weeknight when you are wiped out.

This simple lasagna skillet meal is super easy and fast.

 Skillet Lasagna

AverieCooks.com

 

Skillet Chicken Pot Pie by Jo Cooks

If you are looking for comfort food, this chicken pot pie recipe is made to order.

It’s delicious and once you finish, you will be ready to chill and take a nap.

I make this a few times a month during the fall and winter.

It’s worth adding to your comfort food recipe arsenal.

skillet chicken pot pie

 

JoCooks.com

 

Skillet Mac And Cheese by Life Made Simple Bakes

As one would expect, this tasty Mac and Cheese recipe is a hit with kids and adults.

The breadcrumbs definitely put it over the top.

Skillet Mac and Cheese

LifeMadeSimpleBakes.com

More Mac N cheese Recipes! 

11 Best Homemade Mac N Cheese Recipes

Are you looking for the best homemade mac n cheese recipes? Look no further! Mac n Cheese is one of the most popular comfort foods. It is Delicious, versatile, and filling! Homemade Macaroni and cheese can be a stand-alone meal or a side dish, either way, it is always a crowdpleaser!

Conclusion:

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