18 Easy Skillet Recipes for Stress-Free Cooking

Dinner doesn't have to be a production. These 18 skillet recipes prove that simplicity can still mean full flavor. Each one uses just a single pan, making them ideal for anyone who wants a homemade meal without the cleanup marathon. From classic comfort foods to a few new flavor twists, these dishes are designed to make your evenings smoother, tastier, and a whole lot easier.

Low Carb Spaghetti Sauce

This Low Carb Spaghetti Sauce recipe is made with minimal ingredients and will soon become a family favorite. Bursting with flavor, this homemade keto spaghetti sauce will rival even the best store bought brands!
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Honey Teriyaki Sauce Recipe (Paleo & Gluten Free)

The best honey teriyaki sauce and it’s paleo and gluten-free! It’s super easy to make this homemade paleo teriyaki sauce recipe. Try it with chicken, beef and salmon!
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How to Boil Farm Fresh Eggs So They Peel Easily

Boiled Farm Fresh Eggs on a white plate with salt and black pepper. — How to Boil Farm Fresh Eggs So They Peel Easily. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

The information in this post will change your life.....well, it did for me and a few of my friends. Keep reading to learn how to boil farm fresh eggs so they peel easily.
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Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo

Cabbage and sausage Alfredo is a quick 30-minute dinner that smothers cabbage noodles and Italian sausage with creamy Alfredo sauce. This skillet meal is incredibly delicious yet completely family-friendly.
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Ground Beef and Broccoli Casserole

This beef and broccoli casserole is simple yet packs in so much flavor. Seasoned ground beef is tossed with gently steamed broccoli florets, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese for a comfort food that will become a regular on your dinner table. Plus, it comes together in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights.
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Chilaquiles

This easy chilaquiles recipe includes chorizo and a red chili sauce (homemade or store-bought). It makes a tasty and filling breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
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Mediterranean Omelet

Make a Mediterranean omelette bursting with authentic flavor in every bite! Add tomatoes, green bell pepper, olives, and feta cheese to your morning eggs for a fun twist. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil on top and enjoy!
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Sausage Cheese Dip

This easy 5 ingredient Sausage Cheese Dip is creamy & delicious! Simple to make with Rotel, Velveeta and cream cheese. Great game day dip.
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Blackened Cod

Simple pantry seasonings and a quick pan-sear is all it takes to make this delicious blackened cod recipe.
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Burger Bowls

Burger bowl with bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado and special sauce. — Burger Bowls. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This burger in a bowl recipe includes a homemade special burger sauce. It’s got all the toppings and flavors of your favorite fast food burger with a healthier spin!
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Hoisin Beef

A white bowl with rice and hoisin ground beef and chopsticks on the side. — Hoisin Beef. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This recipe introduces a fusion of Asian flavors through the use of hoisin sauce. It's perfect for those who want a touch of sweetness in their beef dishes. Being an easy beef recipe, it requires minimal prep time.
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Kung Pao Chicken

This kung pao chicken is just like what you get at your favorite Chinese takeout restaurant. Tender bits of chicken, crunchy peanuts, a salty-sweet sauce, and a hit of spice all come together to make one delicious dish.
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Chinese Black Pepper Chicken

Bowl of black pepper chicken with chop sticks. — Chinese Black Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Discover the secret to a delicious black pepper chicken. This easy recipe will have you making a classic Chinese dish in no time.
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Fried Cabbage and Sausage Skillet

A pan filled with fried cabbage and sausage, with a wooden spoon resting inside. — Fried Cabbage and Sausage Skillet. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This fried cabbage and sausage skillet is a delicious, timeless recipe. Ready in 30 minutes or less, the meal won’t disappoint and can be made any night of the week. Plus, it’s budget-friendly and great for the whole family.
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Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Bucatini pasta with shrimp in a white bowl. — Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This easy bucatini pasta recipe tossed with garlic shrimp and cherry tomatoes is made in under 30 minutes making it a great weeknight meal.
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Sweet & Sour Tofu

Sweet and sour tofu in a bowl with rice and chopsticks on the side. — Sweet & Sour Tofu. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make this sweet and sour tofu recipe in under 30 minutes! Crispy tofu and a sticky sweet & sour sauce mimic the classic Chinese takeout dish in this vegetarian friendly meal.
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Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms

This Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms recipe is an easy way to add deeply savory, sweet, rich flavor to everything from burgers to soups to breakfast dishes!
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Aloo Gobi Masala

Try a tasty twist on a classic Indian dish. This aloo gobi masala side dish recipe is a delicious combination of potatoes, cauliflower and spices cooked in a flavorful curry-style sauce.
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