Oh, the joys of cast iron cooking! These one-pan cast iron skillet recipes are delightful and satisfying — a perfect way to make good use of your favorite skillet.
Tired of having to replace my cookware every several years, I’ve started replacing my nonstick cookware with cast iron skillets. Cast iron skillets are built to last, with the right care (in other words, proper cleaning, oiling and occasional reseasoning. And while it’s an investment in the future, it’s not a big one — monetarily. Good cast iron skillets cost less than good other pans.
You can even find old cast iron in thrift stores and antique stores, clean it up, reseason it and use it. So far, I only have new cast iron, but I am open to getting some old cast iron too.
In the meantime, I am discovering how to cook in my cast iron skillet — which does have a bit of a learning curve. Cast iron can get very hot, so it’s key to heat it at a lower temperature than you would other pans. Also, I’ve had to retrain myself to only grab the panhandle when I am wearing an oven mitt. Good lessons, for sure.
As far as cooking in it, I’ve mostly made egg dishes so far — scrambled, frittatas and the like. But I am ready to branch out. So I turned to some excellent fellow bloggers to roundup this list of 31 one-pan cast iron skillet recipes — perfect for dinner anytime (but especially when you are breaking that new pan in).
What’s your favorite recipe to cook in a cast iron skillet?
One-Pan Cast Iron Skillet Recipes
One-pan taco rice skillet is a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table.
This paleo leftover turkey sweet potato frittata will have everyone waking up extra early for a piece of its savory and creamy paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free goodness!
A screaming hot cast iron pan is the key to Healthy Cajun-Style Charred Okra and Shrimp, which features the flavors of gumbo — thyme, paprika, cayenne, garlic — without the fat-laden roux.
This vegetable frittata is a one-pan skillet meal that is loaded with flavor and great for brunch or for any meal! It is low carb and gluten-free too!
Skip the tortilla, this skillet chicken is the taco night you never knew you needed. Chicken breast is seasoned with taco seasoning, cooked quick in the skillet with taco sauce & cheese, and topped with all of your favorite taco toppings for a quick and easy dinner!
This seafood paella with shrimp, clams, mussels paired with chorizo is the perfect family meal bursting with flavor.
This easy pork chop dinner comes together quickly and is so comforting! Paired with a creamy mustard sauce, it makes for a delicious meal the whole family will love!
This easy Skillet Steak recipe will become a new favorite! The exterior crust and the Barbecue-Butter Sauce will have you day-dreaming about it all day. So simple, yet so fantastic!
Cheesy Skillet Chicken Pot Pie is pure classic comfort food made in one pan for an easy dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
This sausage skillet is the perfect weeknight family meal!
These One Skillet Ribeye Steak Fajitas are easy, perfectly seasoned, and delicious with tender, juicy, sizzling Ribeye steak, bell peppers and onions, and drizzled with a squeeze of lime juice.
This veggie-loaded ratatouille is such an easy meal to make in a cast iron skillet! Chop up the veg, throw them in with some herbs, and watch them cook down to tender deliciousness.
Keto Italian Pizza Zucchini Bake is a humble supper, prepared in less than half an hour, and full of low carb favorites.
This easy Honey Hoisin Pork Tenderloin Recipe is perfect for a weeknight!
This Easy Cast Iron Grilled Chicken Breast recipe with cilantro lime sauce is juicy and tender in about 15-minutes.
Pan-Fried Dover Sole with Capers and Lemon is a fast and easy-to-make fish dish for a busy weeknight.
Chicken and Black Bean Burrito Skillet is an easy, one-skillet dish that’s ready in 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Fresh green veggies, lean chicken, and crunchy cashews meet up in a sweet ‘n salty glossy sauce!
An easy recipe for savory, juicy bratwurst browned & boiled all in one pan on the stovetop with sweet onions and hard apple cider (chicken broth & water works, too).
Easy Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet is a delicious yet simple meal made from staple pantry ingredients.
Beef and Tomato Skillet with Polenta is an easy one-skillet meal full of juicy ground chuck, cheese, and tomatoes baked on top of the creamiest polenta imaginable. It’s a winner, winner, ground beef dinner!
This moist gluten free Italian turkey meatloaf is a healthy family friendly dinner!
When it comes to incredible, healthy comfort food you can’t beat Roasted Citrus Herb Game Hens with Vegetables.
Crispy skillet chicken topped with fresh mozzarella and basil pesto, simple and delicious for a late summer weeknight dinner.
All you need is a cast iron skillet to have this hearty, delicious meal while camping.
Blackened Salmon with Cajun Zoodles is a perfect meal when you forget to meal plan because it takes just 30 minutes and 1 skillet!
Kroket Panggang Daging Jamur - Beef and Mushroom Baked Croquette
Kroket panggang/baked croquette (Shepard's pie) is easy to prepare and will bring a smile to everyone's face. Make this when you want a fuss-free kroket.
Cast Iron Skillet Thai Chicken is a simple and affordable one-pan meal that's full of tender chicken and vegetables with Thai flavor.
Buttery, juicy, melt-in-your mouth delicious, these Roasted Miso Chicken Thighs are a wonderful dinner solution.
Chachouka is a delicious vegetarian North African pepper and tomato stew that comes together in just a few minutes.
Tuscan Chicken with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes in coconut milk sauce is made in just one skillet!