57 Delicious New and Old Fashioned Cast Iron Skillet Recipes
That classic kitchen tool can cook practically anything!
Whether you're looking for healthy cast iron skillet recipes, an old-fashioned recipe, or something for beginners, for a pan you just had passed down we've got you covered. (Thinking of buying a pan? We've got recommendations!)
In fact, we'd say there's just no better tool for your stove or oven than a cast iron pan. Whether you're cooking chicken, steak, breakfast, or even dessert, practically anything you want to eat, you can make with a cast-iron skillet. And though you do want to avoid putting 'em in the dishwasher, they're easier to keep clean than their reputation would suggest. (And if you did send it through, and it's looking a little rusty, they're not difficult to re-season.) So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!
Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel
You'll need to assemble the marinade in the morning (or up to a day ahead) but this flavorful chicken recipe is well worth the prep.
Get the recipe for Roast Chicken with Tarragon-Braised Fennel.
Tamale Pie
If you're looking for a way to use ground beef in a spicy, simple dinner that'll make the whole family happy, then you've just found your recipe for tonight!
Easy Weeknight Salisbury Steak
Salisbury steak is one of those classic recipes that is just so darned easy and good, once you make it you'll wonder why you haven't been serving it more often.
Cast-Iron Apple-Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip
Your family will love digging into this fruit-filled dessert.
Pork Chops with Roasted Maple-Bacon Radishes
Bonus: Not only does this pork chop taste amazing, but the pan sauce makes cleaning your skillet afterwards a breeze!
Ground Chicken Pad Thai
This super fast skillet dinner takes less time to make than delivery!
Sausage and Cheese Lasagna
Ooey gooey lasagna in one skillet, amazing!
Salmon Patties
This is a great way to use canned salmon! And nothing gets that crisp sear, without overcooking, like a cast iron pan.
Ricotta Pancakes with Roasted Maple Rhubarb and Strawberries
It's no surprise that cast iron pans make for great breakfast pancakes — and breakfast food makes a delightfully fun (and easy) dinner!
Teriyaki Salmon
A soy-ginger marinade makes this pan-seared fish plate-licking tasty.
Broccoli Steaks with Spiced Tomato Jam
Here's a vegetarian dinner that is easy, filling, and tastes so good you won't feel like you're missing out. Try it if you're aiming to eat a little healthier, or doing a #MeatlessMonday.
Steak with Creamy Mushrooms and Spinach
Tired and hungry? This half-hour homestyle steakhouse meal has you covered both ways.
Best Ever Crab Cakes
Give your next dinner a touch of Southern coastal flair.
Lemony Chicken Thighs
These bright, baked thighs get particularly crispy skins because they're cooked in a cast iron skillet, which holds heat much better than a sheet pan.
Migas with Chorizo
Take a few of the tortillas you didn't use for last night's tacos, and mix them with a bit of the leftover chorizo. Scramble in some eggs, and top them with whatever toppings you still have on hand.
What you end up with is a meal that's so much more than the sum of its parts.
Classic Chicken Pot Pie
Topped with a golden, flaky crust and oozing creamy chicken and veggies, a scoop of this this pot pie on a cold day is pure heaven.
Cast-Iron Hasselback Potatoes
These fancy looking spuds are easier to prepare than you might think, and if you like crispy, crunchy roasted potatoes, they're a dream come true.
Pan-Seared Gnocchi with Parmesan-Roasted Squash
Instead of boiling gnocchi like pasta, a quick turn in a hot skillet gives them a slight char and a delightful crunchy-chewy texture.
Flower Focaccia
Skillet breads like focaccia are easy to make and will instantly elevate even the simplest meal. We love using fresh veggies to create flower patterns, making it even more festive.
Roasted Potato and Pepper Hash
And if you're already considering breakfast for dinner, fill out that plate with a big ol' pile of eggs and hash!
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