Simple Skillet Recipes For Easy Cooking And Baking Recipes

A simple skillet is all you need to whip up these easy dishes. From quick, one-pan dinners to no-fuss baking, these recipes are great for nights when you want good food without spending hours in the kitchen. Straightforward, fast, and packed with flavor, these are the go-tos you’ll love when time’s tight, and you just want a perfect meal on the table with minimal effort.

Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon

A person dipping a chip into a skillet of dip. — Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This jalapeño popper dip with bacon is perfect for parties, but enjoy it anytime you want a cheesy and spicy dip to snack on! It’s quick, easy, and made right in your skillet for a spicy, savory snack with your favorite dippers.
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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 simple apple cake is made in a skillet and showcases fresh apple slices on top. It's a straightforward dessert that everyone can savor, especially a big slice served warm from the pan. Ideal for autumn, this cake blends soft apples with a touch of cinnamon for a comforting treat that's easy to prepare and even simpler to share.
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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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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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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. You will love the golden brown crust and tender interior. Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar and cinnamon for a sweet topping.
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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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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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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, a light, savory sauce, and a blend of spices. It is inspired by Asian stir-fry and 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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Cast Iron Chicken Thighs

Three cooked chicken thighs with crispy skin in a black cast-iron skillet on a marble surface. — Cast Iron Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

In less than 30 minutes, you can enjoy these cast-iron chicken Thighs. They feature a deliciously crispy and savory outer layer while remaining tender and juicy inside. This skillet dish offers unmatched flavor.
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Breakfast Skillet

A skillet with baked eggs, diced potatoes, green onions, and bell peppers. — Breakfast Skillet. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This delicious breakfast skillet boasts bacon, eggs, potatoes, bell peppers, cheese, and more. It's an easy recipe and a truly delicious one.
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Italian Frittata Recipe

A baked frittata in a green skillet garnished with chopped herbs. — 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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