One Skillet, 17 Amazing Recipes to Try

Amazing one-skillet recipes make cooking so much easier and keep cleanup to a minimum! With these recipes, you can whip up great meals with just one pan—perfect for busy nights or when you just don’t want a pile of dishes. Each one is simple to throw together but packs in flavors that feel anything but basic.

Jalapeno Popper Dip with Bacon

A skillet filled cheese, bacon and jalapenos. — Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This jalapeno popper dip has bacon and is perfect for parties. It's quick, easy, and prepared in your skillet for a spicy, savory treat with your favorite dipables.
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Vanilla Skillet Cake

A slice of powdered sugar-topped cake on a plate, with the rest of the cake in a skillet in the background. A serving utensil is nearby. — Vanilla Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This easy vanilla cake is made with simple ingredients for a yellow cake scented with vanilla beans and baked in a skillet. It has a crispy crust and tender interior.
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Quick Skillet Pizza

A pizza in a cast iron skillet. — Skillet Pizza With Beer Dough. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This pizza uses a no-yeast dough that is made with beer for a quick skillet pizza. It's ready in no time, making it perfect for a quick meal or snack.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

A slice of apple cake in a cast iron skillet. — Apple Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This easy apple cake is prepared in a skillet, featuring fresh apple slices on the surface. It's a delightful dessert that anyone would enjoy a generous piece of.
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

Cheeseburgers on a wood board. — Skillet Hamburgers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cook juicy patties in a skillet and serve them with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion on soft buns. With this easy recipe, you can easily make homemade burgers so you can skip the drive-up.
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Whole Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken

A whole roasted chicken seasoned with herbs sits in a skillet, garnished with fresh thyme. Lemon slices are visible in the background. — Lemon Pepper Roasted Chicken. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

The vibrant lemon and pepper flavors elevate the succulent chicken in this skillet recipe. Prepare and roast it for approximately one hour for a delicious chicken dinner.
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Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread

A baked cornbread dish in a black skillet, topped with melted cheese and visible pieces of red and green vegetables. — Iron Skillet Cornbread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This skillet cornbread includes veggies and is a great side dish for soups and salads. The skillet method gives it a crispy crust and tender center.
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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

A skillet filled with rice and vegetables. — Ground Beef And Rice Skillet. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mix ground beef, rice, peppers, and onions in this delicious cheesy skillet dish. It’s perfect for a quick dinner and ready in just 30 minutes.
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BBQ Green Beans

This easy-to-make BBQ Green Beans recipe is full of tender beans, smoky ham, sweet onions, and tangy sauce, making it a tasty side dish.
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Toasting Pecans

Pecans in a pan with a wooden spoon. — Toasting Pecans. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Learn to toast pecans in your skillet to add to baked goods like cookies, bread and cakes. Or enjoy toasted pecans as a snack. It's simple and adds flavor to both sweet and savory recipes.
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Tomato Mozzarella Baked Chicken

A cast iron skillet filled with a baked dish featuring chicken, sliced tomatoes, sausage, and topped with fresh basil leaves, surrounded by tomatoes and basil on a marble surface. — Tomato Mozzarella Baked Chicken. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb

Enjoy our Italian Baked Chicken Recipe filled with tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil as an Italian meal should be. Those juicy and flavorful Italian chicken breasts baked until golden brown are the way for a perfect summer or winter evening.
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Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

A bowl of stir-fried vegetables and ground meat garnished with sesame seeds, with a pair of chopsticks resting on top. — Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This dish features ground beef and cabbage combined with a light, savory sauce and a blend of spices. Drawing inspiration from Asian stir-fry, it can be prepared in approximately 30 minutes.
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Baked Skillet Gnocchi

A skillet of cooked gnocchi in tomato sauce topped with chopped basil leaves and pieces of white rolled cheese. A metal spatula is lifting a serving from the skillet. — Baked Skillet Gnocchi. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This one-skillet meal combines gnocchi, ground pork, tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella. It's baked to perfection and offers comfort in every bite.
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Queso Fundido

Skillet with melted cheese, chopped tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro on top of a white surface. — Queso Fundido. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This cheese dip is great for dipping tortilla chips or tortillas. It's perfect for taco nights or parties with a hot skillet of queso fundido.
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Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole

A skillet dish with melted cheese and herbs on top, garnished with chopped parsley, with shredded cabbage and more parsley on the side. — Cabbage Beef Casserole. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb

This Cheesy Cabbage Beef Casserole, made in cast iron, is the easiest and most delicious one-pan recipe for your whole family to enjoy. Fully low-carb and gluten-free, this easy comfort food is filled with only the best.
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Chicken Teriyaki Skillet

A close-up view of a pan filled with stir-fried chicken and broccoli, cooked in a brown sauce. — Chicken Teriyaki Skillet. Photo credit: Fit As A Bear Mama.

A 15 minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights. This chicken teriyaki broccoli skillet combines bite-sized, tender chicken cooked in a homemade, gluten-free teriyaki sauce. A dinner recipe perfect for busy moms.
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Creamy Ground Beef Skillet with Cauliflower Rice

A skillet filled with a cheesy ground meat dish, topped with chopped green herbs. A spoon is partially submerged in the mixture. — Creamy Ground Beef Skillet with Cauliflower Rice. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Ground beef, cheddar cheese, cauliflower rice, and creamy sauce come together in this skillet dish. It's ready in 30 minutes for a satisfying meal.
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