Cast Iron Skillet Meals for Two

Cast Iron Skillet Meals for Two is a collection of the best cast iron skillet recipes, period. My first recollection of cast-iron cooking was of my Mom, frying fish over an open fire on a Shasta Lake camping trip. Nothing ever tasted that good again, and it instilled in me an appreciation for delicious meals cooked in cast iron.

The availability of smaller cast iron skillets makes it easier for home cooks to prepare cast iron skillet dinners for two. I was never a big fan of dragging out a huge cast iron pan. Now that I am cooking for two, I have a collection of small cast iron pieces, more suited for small-batch cooking. From a small grill pan, perfect for two burgers, to an eight-inch skillet for a one-pan meal, I have all the bases covered. Check out the best mini cast iron pieces at Lodge, makers of heirloom-quality cookware and accessories since 1896, with two foundries in Tennessee. Yes, made right here in the USA.

Paleo Greek Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs are seared in a cast-iron skillet for an easy, flavorful, and healthy 30-minute meal. They are cooked in a wonderful lemon sauce with Greek ingredients like olives, capers, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts. It's a bright and flavorful quick chicken thigh recipe for anyone on a paleo, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, diabetic, or Whole30 diet.  There is no easier or better way to cook Greek-style boneless chicken thighs.

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How to Cook Canned Corned Beef Hash Recipe (Air Fryer or Skillet!)

Learn how to cook canned corned beef hash! Whether you prefer Hormel corned beef hash, Libby’s corned beef hash, Armour, or another brand, you can make it delicious! Get tips on the best canned corned beef hash, the easy way to cook a can of corned beef hash, and more. Can’t find canned hash? No worries- you're also getting my favorite canned corned beef hash recipe with canned corned beef!

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French Onion Smothered Pork Chops

These pan-seared pork chops are smothered in a mouthwatering French Onion gravy made with caramelized onions and topped with melted cheese! The pork chops have all the amazing flavors of French Onion Soup, atop tender boneless pork chops. The combination of flavors is amazing, rich, and decadent! These French Onion Smothered Pork Chops are truly a restaurant-quality meal made simply in one skillet in about 35 to 40 minutes!!

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Marry Me Chicken Recipe

This Marry Me Chicken recipe features juicy pan-seared chicken in a rich savory sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. It takes less than 15 minutes to make this restaurant-quality meal, and it’s naturally gluten-free and keto! Marry Me Chicken has minimal ingredients but packs a punch of flavor. And, no matter what your skill level is in the kitchen, you’ll easily be able to that it to the next level with this dish!

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Cast Iron Breakfast Skillet

Welcome to a breakfast bonanza! This is a quick, one-pan meal that is going to keep you full until lunchtime! Bursting with color and taste, this will be a breakfast that will brighten up your morning for sure. Salty bacon, warming cumin, and sweet peppers will send the most delicious aromas into your kitchen, so heat that pan and let’s create some taste!

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Healthy Creamy Chicken Sausage Skillet

This healthy creamy chicken sausage recipe is a one pot meal that is wonder-packed full of goodness with lots of vegetables and a lean source of protein. It’s perfect to throw together for a weeknight meal in 30 minutes, a great option if you are wondering what to make with chicken sausages! This chicken sausage recipe is super versatile; so much so, you can even throw it together on a campfire! A true family favorite.

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Date Night Shrimp Scallop Pasta with Crispy Pancetta

So besides the scallops, shrimp, and pasta, pancetta is arguably the star of the show. And you want that pancetta CRISPY! Get your cast iron pan (or skillet) screaming hot and toss the cubed pancetta on there. It can be healthier because you know exactly what's going into your dish!

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Cast Iron Scallops

Cast Iron Scallops are the perfect easy-but-impressive restaurant-quality food to cook at home. Ready in minutes, pan-fried scallops are seared then finished with melted butter and the best part, a burst of zesty fresh lemon juice. With a few simple steps, I show you how easy it is to achieve perfectly seared scallops every time.

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Garlic Chili Oil Noodles with Cilantro

Easy, simple, and delicious, these Garlic Chili Oil Noodles come together in just 15 minutes! They're finished with a generous amount of chopped cilantro for a fresh and tasty meal! These Chili Oil Noodles are rich, nutty, and infused with garlic and sesame flavor. They're SO easy to make, and come together with just 10 ingredients! This recipe is vegan and gluten-free and makes room for adding any vegetables that you like.

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Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons and Olives

A flavorful weeknight chicken tagine recipe made in nearly 30 minutes. With just a handful of bold spices, salty preserved lemons, and buttery olives. Chicken tagine has some serious bold flavors and you don’t need a traditional tagine pot to create something fantastic. I took inspiration from Moroccan flavors of turmeric and cinnamon and made a colorful spice rub for the chicken.

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Apricot-Ginger Glazed Chicken

Apricot-ginger glazed chicken is a flavorful chicken dinner that uses just 3 ingredients and takes less than 20 minutes to make. If you need a quick, last-minute dinner recipe, this Apricot-Ginger Glazed Chicken is for you! Apricot-Ginger Glazed Chicken is one of those last-minute dishes I created on a busy weeknight.

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Coastal Breakfast Skillet

If you like seafood, this coastal breakfast skillet is sure to be your new fave! I’m all about keeping things simple when entertaining or making a family brunch. Because let’s be honest, get-togethers are much more fun when the host can join in on the fun instead of being stuck in the kitchen. This recipe only takes about 28 minutes to make and you can even prep all of the other ingredients while the bacon is browning! So easy.

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Easy Cream Of Mushroom Chicken Skillet

This Easy Cream Of Mushroom Chicken Skillet is the perfect comfort food for busy nights! With a few simple ingredients, anyone can make this easy dinner recipe! If you’re looking for a delicious dinner that you can make any night of the week, you have to try my Easy Cream of Mushroom Chicken Skillet! A perfect example of simple and flavorful, this will be a game changer for busy families. 

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Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Drumsticks

These cast iron skillet chicken drumsticks are so flavorful. This no-fuss recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. These cast iron skillet chicken drumsticks are not only easy but they are juicy and loaded with flavor. I also love cooking with drumsticks since they are very economical meat to buy. This recipe makes six drumsticks but can easily be adjusted down. It was too good to leave out!

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Skillet Honey Orange Chicken Thighs

Ready for an easy, healthy(ish), one-pan weeknight dinner to add to the rotation? Then you need to try these Skillet Honey Orange Chicken Thighs. Seriously…just look at it! So refreshing, so flavorful, and so easy to make. I also have been trying to expand our cast iron skillet recipes, and this chicken cooks to perfection. So if you are sick of your normal chicken dishes, please try this.

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Let's Get Cooking!

A cast-iron pan helps you get a delicious complete meal on the dinner table in less time, with less clean-up. Cooking in cast iron is a great way to use up spinach from the fridge, tomato sauce from the pantry, and Italian sausage from the freezer to make a skillet lasagna. Use a cast iron skillet to make a golden brown chicken pot pie or a sweet potato hash with a fried egg on top. Cast iron pots and pans are one of the best things you can spend money on. They last forever and once they are properly seasoned, require a minimum of care.

Not a full meal, but an equally impressive dish is my Lemon Thyme Cheese Scones, made in a cast iron skillet! I hope you try some of these easy recipes, impress family and close friends, and get the most out of your kitchen workhorse, the cast iron skillet!