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    Home » Dinner

    03/30/2022

    22 Best One-Skillet Meals that You Can Easily Make for Busy Nights

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    One-Skillet Meals are the best things to happen to home cooks. We’ve rounded up 22 of the best one-skillet meals. They’re the ideal solution for busy week-nights! 

    All you have to do is choose your recipe, gather the ingredients, and cook everything in the same pan. You’ll save time at the stove, and at the sink! 

    Table of Contents Show
    The Best Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
    Ham and Potato Skillet Casserole
    Easy Breakfast Skillet
    Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Skillet
    Easy Beef Burrito Skillet
    Cast Iron Skillet Pizza
    Parmesan Pasta
    Skillet Pork Chops
    Skillet Cornbread
    Skillet Lasagna
    Skillet Chicken with Couscous
    Mexican Shrimp Skillet
    One-Skillet American Goulash
    One-Skillet Beef Stroganoff
    Skillet Chicken Fajita
    Garlic Butter Steak
    Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet
    Easy Sausage and Vegetable Skillet
    Sweet Potato Dinner Skillet
    30-Minute Skillet Beef Pot Pie
    Easy Chili Faux Mac Skillet
    Cajun Asparagus and Sausage Skillet
    One-Skillet Pork Chops

    The Best Skillet Shepherd’s Pie

    The Best Skillet Shepherd’s Pie

    Dinner will be on the table in just 45 minutes with this easy shepherd’s pie recipe. It’s filling, comforting, and delicious! 

    Ham and Potato Skillet Casserole

    Ham and Potato Casserole

    This is a great way to use up leftover ham from a holiday meal. It’s creamy, and definitely satisfying! If you don’t have leftover ham, sliced ham can easily be used instead. 

    Easy Breakfast Skillet

    Easy Breakfast Skillet

    Serve this satisfying breakfast dish for a weekend brunch, or enjoy it any time of the day! You’ll be full for hours! 

    Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Skillet

    Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Skillet

    It doesn’t get easier than this copycat Hamburger Helper dish. It’s ready to enjoy in just 15 minutes, and your family will love it!

    Easy Beef Burrito Skillet

    Here’s a new spin on tacos that you can serve for next week’s Taco Tuesday meal! Everything is made in one skillet, and comes out tender and delicious. Serve it with sour cream and diced avocado! 

    Cast Iron Skillet Pizza

    Cast Iron Skillet Pizza

    The next time it’s pizza night, skip the take-out and make this one instead! The dough comes out tender and crispy, and you can personalize the pizza with the toppings of your choice. 

    Parmesan Pasta

    Parmesan Pasta

    The next time you’re craving a bowl of comforting pasta, give this recipe a try. It’s tossed in a creamy garlic butter sauce and will be on the table in 30 minutes. Add some crispy garlic bread and dinner is served!  

    Skillet Pork Chops

    Skillet Pork Chops

    With only 5 simple ingredients and 15 minutes, you can turn underrated pork chops into a scrumptious dinner that rivals the best steak. This is one of our favorite one-skillet meals for busy weeknights. Watch the video for tips on how to make juicy pork chops every time! 

    Skillet Cornbread

    Skillet Cornbread

    If you’re planning to serve leftover soup or stew for dinner, whip up this easy skillet cornbread to serve with it! It’s ready in just 30 minutes, and would be a great addition to any meal. 

    Skillet Lasagna

    Skillet Lasagna

    When your kids want lasagna for dinner, whip up this easy skillet version! It serves 6, and is ready to eat in just 30 minutes. 

    Skillet Chicken with Couscous

    Skillet Chicken with Couscous

    The couscous in this dish soaks up all of the delicious seasonings and is perfectly tender. Add a crisp garden salad for a complete meal. 

    Mexican Shrimp Skillet

    Mexican Shrimp Skillet

    If you have some fresh or frozen shrimp on hand, you can make this dish in just 20 minutes. Serve it with tortillas, sour cream, and diced avocado for Taco Tuesday! 

    One-Skillet American Goulash

    One-Skillet American Goulash

    Your kids will love the flavors in this one-pot meal so much that they’ll be asking for seconds! It’s a comforting meal that would be great served on a cold or rainy evening. 

    One-Skillet Beef Stroganoff

    One-Skillet Beef Stroganoff

    This recipe has quite a few ingredients but is still ready to eat in just 25 minutes! Add some frozen peas and carrots for a complete meal! 

    Skillet Chicken Fajita

    Skillet Chicken Fajita

    These fajitas are smokey and delicious, thanks to the seasonings in the recipe. They’re ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes and would be awesome topped with sour cream and salsa!

    Garlic Butter Steak

    Garlic Butter Steak

    This juicy garlic butter steak is ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes! Serve it with a loaded baked potato and tender green beans. 

    Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet

    This dish is full of healthy protein and Mexican flavors! It’s ready to eat in just 30 minutes, and we think your family will love it. 

    Easy Sausage and Vegetable Skillet

    Easy Sausage and Vegetable Skillet

    This easy pasta dish is full of Cajun flavor. It’s the comfort dish you’ve been waiting for! 

    Sweet Potato Dinner Skillet

    Healthy, hearty, and delicious, this dish can be served for dinner or for a satisfying weekend brunch. It takes just 30 minutes to prepare, leaving you with lots of time to enjoy your evening! 

    30-Minute Skillet Beef Pot Pie

    30-Minute Skillet Beef Pot Pie

    This hearty pot pie is ready in just 30 minutes thanks to the store-bought pie crust. Serve it with a crisp garden salad for a complete and healthy meal! 

    Easy Chili Faux Mac Skillet

    If you’re a fan of Chili Mac but are following a low-carb lifestyle, give this recipe a try. It’s full of the flavors you love, and has just 4.3 net carbs per serving! 

    Cajun Asparagus and Sausage Skillet

    Cajun Asparagus and Sausage Skillet

    Full of vibrant colors, this one-skillet dish has everything you need for a satisfying meal; lots of veggies and protein! It’s ready to enjoy in just 40 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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    Pan Fried Pork Chops

    One-Skillet Pork Chops

    With only 5 simple ingredients and 15 minutes, you can turn underrated pork chops into a scrumptious dinner that rivals the best steak. This is one of our favorite one-skillet meals for busy weeknights.
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    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Benilyn

    Ingredients 

    • 4 pork chops boneless or bone-in, 1-inch (2.5cm) thick
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper coarsely ground
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • fresh parsley minced – optional

    Instructions 

    • Remove the pork chops from the fridge 15-20 minutes before cooking to approach room temperature for even cooking and juicier chops.
    • Pat dry the chops with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
    • Rub the chops on all sides with 1 tablespoon of oil.
    • In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper.
    • Rub the seasoning mixture on all sides of each pork chop.
    • Place a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
    • Once the pan is hot and the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops.
    • Fry for 7-8 minutes for 1-inch thick pork chops, flipping every minute to prevent overheating. For other thicknesses, see recipe notes.
    • Insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the chop. When it reads 140°F (61°C), the pork chops are done.
    • Remove the chops to a plate and rest for 5 minutes covered with foil or a plate. This is to let the juices retreat back into the meat for juicier chops.
    • Garnish with optional minced parsley and serve.
    Author: Benilyn
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