Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Recipe
Sea scallops seared in a cast iron skillet with a lemon and herb butter sauce.
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A collection of skillet recipes made using the most versatile pan in the kitchen! Not all of these recipes absolutely require a cast iron skillet, however the outcome may be improved and or the recipe is easier to make with the versatility of my favorite pan.
Sea scallops seared in a cast iron skillet with a lemon and herb butter sauce.
Sweet and spicy Asian-inspired honey garlic chicken thighs served over jasmine rice.
My sweet potato hash consists of seasoned tender sweet potatoes, red onions, baby spinach, sometimes ham, herbs, and runny baked eggs.
Chicken birria tacos are made with shredded rotisserie chicken and a quick savory sauce. It’s a simplified fried taco recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes.
Creamy Tuscan chicken and pasta is a simple and delicious meal featuring pan-seared chicken, Gamelli pasta, and a fresh creamy sauce.
Creamy butternut squash mac and cheese made with pureed butternut squash and sharp cheddar cheese. Topped with buttered panko and parmesan.
Classic lasagna made in a 12 inch cast iron skillet. This recipe features a meat sauce, mozzarella and ricotta filling, and a final layer of broiled fresh mozzarella.
The easiest French toast recipe you will EVER bake. No overnight waiting and perfect for a crowd. Dusted with powdered sugar and brown sugar, it literally tastes like fried dough topped with maple syrup.
A simple spin on shrimp lo mein made with ramen, shrimp, broccoli florets, red bell pepper, fresh ginger, and a sweet and savory sauce.
A classic almond-flavored Dutch baby topped with confectioners sugar, raspberries, and maple syrup.
Skillet chicken fajitas are made in a cast-iron skillet with thinly sliced chicken and sauteed peppers and onions, all tossed in a blend of your favorite Mexican spices.
Creamy pasta tossed with tender broccoli and thinly sliced chicken. It’s a full meal with everything you need. That’s what I love about it. Veggies, protein, carbs all in one bowl.
Chicken pot pie made in a 9-inch cast iron skillet. Filled with shredded chicken, peas, carrots, corn, and creamy gravy and wrapped in a flakey golden pie crust.
Pasta in vodka sauce is a really easy ‘from scratch’ sauce to make with your most basic ingredients. Plus it’s on the table in about 25 minutes or less.
My stuffed chicken is filled with shredded mozzarella cheese and homemade basil pesto and then topped with marinara and more mozzarella cheese. It’s baked for about 35 minutes and ready to serve. Simple, cheesy, and delicious.
Classic apple crisp is one of my favorite fall desserts. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, it’s the ultimate sweet, tart, and creamy dessert made in a cast iron skillet.
BBQ chicken nachos are a simple one-skillet, gameday appetizer made with BBQ chicken, a healthy dose of shredded Mexican cheese, fresh tomatoes, green onions, salsa, chopped green chilies, chopped black olives, and fresh avocado.
Pan-seared chicken tossed in a simple piccata sauce consisting of white wine, chicken broth, capers, fresh lemon juice, butter, and garlic.
Simple baked buffalo chicken stuffed with a creamy buffalo filling made with cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, buffalo sauce, finely chopped celery, and blue cheese crumbles.
One-pot chicken & cilantro lime rice is as simple as it sounds. Pan-seared chicken thighs cooked in a dutch oven with fresh cilantro and lime jasmine rice.
A smashed burger is at the key to replicating your favorite fast food joint’s irresistible burger. Thin juicy beef patties topped with cheddar cheese and stacked for the most amazing homemade double cheeseburger you will ever make.
Super easy skillet blueberry cobbler served warm with vanilla ice cream and almond-flavored frosting. Blueberry cobbler has never been so good.
Jumbo shells filled with ground sweet Italian sausage, ricotta and parmesan cheese, fresh basil, garlic, and an optional egg. Baked topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese until golden.
Easy and delicious crispy eggplant parmesan layered with mozzarella and parmesan cheese and baked in a cast-iron skillet.