Use Your Skillet To Make 11 Tasty Recipes

Transform family meals into delicious experiences with skillet, easy and satisfying recipes. These recipes minimize cleanup while maximizing flavor, from savory one-pan wonders like savory beef and rice skillet to classic cheeseburgers. Elevate your baking game with delectable skillet-baked goods like a simple rustic cake or golden cornbread, creating warm and inviting treats that bring everyone together around the table.

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

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

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Try the cheesy Skillet Beef and Rice diner for a quick-to-make meal with ground beef, fluffy rice, and rich flavor from the pepper and onion. This dish will feed a hungry family.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon

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

Prepare to take your party to the next level with this rich and indulgent homemade Jalapeno Popper Dip featuring Bacon. This simple yet delicious dip will spice up your palate, blending the fiery kick of jalapenos with the delectable flavor of crispy bacon baked in a skillet with gooey cheese.
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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.

Try this made-from-scratch Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread full of veggies and lots of cheese for an easy, quick bread to pair with soups and salads or enjoy on its own.
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

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

Enjoy the scrumptious taste of the Cast Iron Burger! A traditional burger patty cooked flawlessly in a skillet, served on soft buns with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Skip takeout and treat your family to these homemade skillet burgers instead!
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Toasting Pecans

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

Do you love adding pecans to your baked goods? Learn the easy methods for toasting pecans. The pecans are perfect for a wide range of dishes, from sweet treats to savory delights, or enjoy them as a nutritious and delicious snack option.
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Vanilla Skillet Cake

Try this Easy Vanilla Cake In A Skillet made with simple ingredients and baked in a cast-iron skillet with a crispy golden-brown crust and a tender vanilla cake. Serve this tasty cake with a sprinkling of powdered sugar.
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Quick Skillet Pizza

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

Satisfy your pizza cravings with a Quick Skillet Pizza featuring beer dough—no yeast required, just your favorite beer. Offering quick, hearty satisfaction without the fuss, this recipe becomes the go-to option for a laid-back weeknight meal, striking the perfect balance between simplicity and flavor for speedy suppers and relaxed feasting.
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BBQ Green Beans

Green beans in a casserole dish with a fork. — Barbequed Green Beans With Ham. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This easy-to-make BBQ Green Beans recipe is full of tender beans, smoky ham, sweet onions, and tangy sauce, making a tasty side dish that cooks in your skillet.
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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 Cinnamon Cake is a beloved comfort dessert adorned with fresh apple slices on top. Baked in a skillet, it exudes charm while remaining effortlessly delicious.
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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 zesty lemon and pepper really kick up the flavor of this juicy chicken in the skillet. Just cook and roast it for around an hour, and you’ll have a tasty chicken dinner ready to go!
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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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