Must-Try Cast Iron Recipes and Tips {The Best In One Spot}

There’s something special about using a cast iron skillet. It is practical because it lasts forever, retains heat, and goes from stove to oven. It also feels like a connection to the past.

This collection of recipes and tips is for both experienced chefs and beginners. I hope it will inspire and guide you as you cook with cast iron.

Get ready to explore a variety of dishes for breakfast, dinner, and more. Your cast iron skillet will become your new best friend in the kitchen.

Explore this recipe collection and experience the joy of cooking with cast iron.

Cast Iron dinner

Nothing gives you a beautiful sear like a cast iron skillet. Find tasty recipes that make meats, pasta, and other mains super delicious.

• Easy Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast
• Cast Iron Skillet Cajun Pasta
• Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin
• Cast Iron Skillet Whole Roast Chicken
• Easy Cast Iron Skillet Pork Chops
• Perfect Cast Iron Skillet Burgers
• Skillet Shrimp Fajitas
• More Cast Iron Skillet Dinners

Skillet breakfasts

The classic way to make all your favorite early-morning recipes.

• Baked Omelet in a Cast Iron Skillet
• Crispy Home Fries

Cast iron baking

Uncover the secret to impeccable baking with cast iron. I’ll show you how to make breads, pies, and other baked goods crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.

• Cast Iron Skillet Blackberry Cobbler
• Cast Iron Skillet Buttermilk Biscuits

Cast iron sides and appetizers

Explore a range of delicious sides and appetizers using your skillet. From crispy vegetables to creamy dips, these recipes add a special touch to any meal.

• Cast Iron Skillet Mac and Cheese
• Cast Iron Skillet Fried Rice
• Easy Cast Iron Skillet Nachos
• Cast Iron Skillet Baked Beans
• Homestyle Cast Iron Skillet Green Beans
• Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Home Fries
• Cast Iron Skillet Queso
• Crispy Brussels Sprouts In a Cast Iron Skillet (with Bacon and Cream)

Tips for care and storage

Keep your cast iron skillet in top shape with these essential care and storage tips. Discover the top ways to clean, season, and store your skillet so it will last for generations.

• DIY Cast Iron Seasoning Oil {Grapeseed Oil + Beeswax}

More resources:

Taste of Home – The Complete Cast Iron Cooking Guide: Offers a variety of recipes showcasing different techniques, such as how to cook steak, make fajitas, and bake upside-down cakes in a cast iron skillet​

Southern Kitchen – The History of American-made Heirloom Cast Iron Skillets: Focuses on the history of cast iron in America, including its introduction and importance in American cooking culture​.

American Skillet Company – Meet the Maker: Alisa Toninato: A profile of Alisa Toninato, the owner of American Skillet Company, sharing her story and passion for cast iron skillet-making

More kitchen skills to learn:

• Baking Bread
• Sourdough
• Canning and Preserving

Your cast iron skillet is not just a pan; it’s a reliable companion for cooking and baking. Keep exploring and cooking ❤️.