30 Reader-Favorite Skillet Dinners You'll Be Glad You Found

We usually think of slow cookers, the oven, or Instant Pots when we think of easy, delicious dinners. That being said, old-fashioned stovetop cooking will still never go out of style. This collection of 30 reader-favorite skillet dinners showcases how easy and tasty recipes made on the stove can be, with flavors like breaded cornflake pork chops, skillet bacon mac and cheese, steak ranchero, and more.

Smothered Pork Chops With Tomato Gravy

Close-up of a seasoned and cooked piece of meat, possibly pork or chicken, served with a side of potatoes. The meat has a browned, slightly crispy exterior with visible seasoning. One of those irresistible skillet dinners that tops the list of any 45 recipes collection. — Smothered Pork Chops With Tomato Gravy. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Smothered pork chops with tomato gravy is everything a cozy, comfort food meal that everyone will be raving about!
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Lemon Pepper Pork Chops (Pork Chops With Lemon Pepper)

Close-up of sliced, seasoned, and cooked pork loin with a zesty twist from lime recipes. — Lemon Pepper Pork Chops (Pork Chops With Lemon Pepper). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This lemon pepper pork chops recipe makes tender, juicy pork chops, with lemon pepper, mustard and more. This pork chops with lemon pepper recipe is a keeper.
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Smothered Hamburger Steaks With Onion Gravy

A serving of Salisbury steak covered with a mushroom and onion gravy, placed on a bed of mashed potatoes, makes for one of those irresistible dinners you'll want to savor. — Smothered Hamburger Steaks With Onion Gravy. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This smothered hamburger steak with onion gravy recipe is a classic. Juicy fried hamburger steaks seasoned with onion soup mix are cooked to perfection.
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Balsamic Pork Chops

Easy grilled pork chop topped with cherry tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese, served with a side of white rice on a white plate. — Balsamic Pork Chops. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy Balsamic Pork Chops recipe combines tantalizing ingredients like tomatoes, feta, and more making this dish truly amazing!
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Surf And Turf Burrito

Close-up of a burrito filled with shrimp, grilled steak, rice, lettuce, avocado, and sauce, displaying a mix of textures and colors—an irresistible dinner recipe perfect for any night. — Surf And Turf Burrito. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This surf and turf burrito recipe brings steak and shrimp together into one delicious hand-held feast you won't be able to put down.
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Easy Greek Pork Chops

Grilled pork chop served with rice, topped with cherry tomatoes, zucchini, black olives, and crumbled feta, with a lemon wedge on the side. This dish is one of our — Easy Greek Pork Chops. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Greek Pork Chops made with thick juicy pork chops braised in a seasoned broth with tomatoes, zucchini, feta, and olives make an easy weeknight dinner.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites And Potatoes

A close-up of a stew featuring chunks of beef, red and yellow potatoes, and onions, all garnished with herbs and cooked in a hearty broth - a true highlight among skillet recipes. — Garlic Butter Steak Bites And Potatoes. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These garlic butter steak bites and potatoes are full of flavor and so easy to make. They're a great take on classic steak and potatoes.
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Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe

Three breaded patties stacked, surrounded by garnishes of parsley and cherry tomatoes. The top patty is cut in half, showing a detailed interior. This dish is one of our must-try meals that promises an irresistible experience. — Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe is so easy and super tasty! Use fresh salmon fillet or canned salmon combined with onions, mustard, mayo, crumbs and more!
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Breaded Cornflake Pork Chops

Close-up of a crispy baked chicken breast garnished with chopped herbs, served alongside asparagus spears topped with grated cheese. A fork is cutting into the chicken, revealing its juicy interior—a perfect example of irresistible dinners. — Breaded Pork Chops with Cornflakes. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Cornflake Pork Chops are easy to make and have the perfectly crisp and crunchy texture! The outside cooks up extra crispy while the pork stays nice and juicy on the inside! The best breaded pork chops ever!
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Creamy Beef And Mushroom Stroganoff

A bowl of creamy beef stroganoff served over egg noodles, garnished with parsley on a wooden table, featuring a classic from beef recipes. — Creamy Beef And Mushroom Stroganoff. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Creamy Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff is incredibly satisfying! Tender beef in a savory, creamy mushroom sauce with pasta, potatoes, or rice.
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Easy Pan Fried Pork Chops (No Flour)

Four seasoned and cooked pork chops in a black skillet with a green handle, on a wooden surface. This easy pork chop recipe is perfect for family meals. — Easy Pan Fried Pork Chops (No Flour). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

My Easy Skillet Fried Pork Chops recipe shows you how to cook the best bone in or boneless pan fried pork chops on a stove, with no flour.
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Skillet Mac And Cheese With Bacon

A close-up of a skillet filled with creamy macaroni and cheese topped with crispy bacon pieces, making it one of those irresistible skillet dinners. — Skillet Mac And Cheese With Bacon. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This skillet mac and cheese with bacon is so cheesy, flavorful, and easy to make. It only uses one skillet for the entire dish.
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Simple Barbecue Steak Tips Recipe

Sauteed steak chunks and sliced onions with a rich brown sauce in a black cast iron skillet. — Simple Barbecue Steak Tips Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Barbecue steak tips is an easy stove-top steak recipe made with bite-sized pieces of sirloin steak that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Easy Sweet And Sour Pork Chops

Close-up of a cooked steak garnished with chopped herbs and served alongside roasted vegetables, reminiscent of cherished family dinners that beg you to make this dish again. — Easy Sweet And Sour Pork Chops. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Easy sweet and sour pork chops with pineapple are easy and delicious. These sweet and sour pineapple pork chops are always a winning dinner.
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Pollo En Crema Chipotle

Close-up of a dish featuring irresistible skillet chicken covered in a creamy orange sauce, served over rice, and garnished with crumbled cheese and cilantro. A fork is partially shown with a piece of chicken. — Pollo En Crema Chipotle. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Pollo en crema chipotle is a rich, creamy, and spicy dish that's perfect for everyone. This chipotle cream chicken makes a great dinner.
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Steak Ranchero

Irresistible close-up of cooked beef slices alongside sautéed vegetables, including bell peppers and tomatoes. Perfect for those who cherish quick and tasty skillet dinners. — Steak Ranchero. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This ranchero steak recipe is filled with tender flank steak, hot and spicy flavors, and a kick of tequila. It's a tasty Tex-Mex feast!
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Spaghetti Verde Pasta

A close-up of spaghetti coated with green pesto sauce, garnished with small pieces of tomato, cheese, and fresh herbs—an irresistible skillet dinner that's both vibrant and delicious. — Spaghetti Verde Pasta. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This spaghetti verde pasta is loaded with the delicious flavors of salsa verde and served with spaghetti noodles.
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Gnocchi Carbonara

Close-up of cooked gnocchi with peas, bacon bits, shaved cheese, and parsley garnished with black pepper and grated parmesan—an irresistible dinner idea perfect for skillet dinners. — Gnocchi Carbonara, Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Gnocchi carbonara features delicious gnocchi combined with portobello mushrooms, pancetta, and more to create a delicious, rustic dish.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe

Honey Walnut Shrimp on a black plate. — Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Are you a fan of Panda Express? If so, you're going to love this Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe. It's the perfect copycat.
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Bloody Mary Shrimp

A close-up of a shrimp stew with shrimp, cherry tomatoes, celery, and cilantro in a rich red sauce—one of those irresistible skillet dinners you simply can't live without. — Bloody Mary Shrimp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This bloody mary shrimp recipe combines tender, perfectly cooked shrimp with all the tangy, tomato flavor of bloody mary cocktails.
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Chicken Po Boy

Picture of a Po Boy Sandwich with fried chicken and and a garden of veggies. — Chicken Po Boy. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This chicken po boy sandwich is made with battered chicken fried to perfection, and a garden of veggies. It's simple and delicious.
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Salmon Oscar

A close-up of a grilled salmon fillet topped with shredded crab meat, served on a bed of green asparagus—an irresistible recipe that's perfect for skillet dinners. — Salmon Oscar. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This salmon Oscar recipe takes the classic pairings of asparagus, lump crab, and bearnaise sauce with flaky, perfectly cooked salmon.
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Beef Taco Skillet Recipe With Rice

Close-up of a black spoon scooping a cheesy, saucy rice dish with visible ingredients including melted cheese, red bell peppers, and herbs—an irresistible skillet dinner perfect for new dinner ideas. — Beef Taco Skillet Recipe With Rice. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy taco skillet with rice, ground beef, and plenty of Tex-Mex flavors cooks up one pan for an easy dinner that's spiced just right! It's a kid-friendly weeknight meal that goes together in a flash!
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Easy Apple Cider Chicken Recipe

Close-up of several seasoned and cooked chicken breasts being drizzled with a brown sauce from a spoon. The chicken is garnished with herbs, creating an unforgettable dinner recipe. — Easy Apple Cider Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: kitchen Divas.

This apple glazed chicken is sweet and tangy with a beautiful color and amazing flavor. This chicken recipe is easy to make and so good!
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Fried Lobster Tails

Close-up of a portion of fried pizza dough with tomato and cheese filling, placed beside a fork on a white plate. Perfect for those who love Irresistible Skillet Dinners. — Fried Lobster Tails. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These fried lobster tails are lightly seasoned and breaded and fried to golden perfection. They're perfect for a special meal.
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How To Make Vodka Sauce With Meat

A close-up of penne pasta covered in a creamy red sauce is served in a black dish, showcasing one of the many delicious sauces. — How To Make Vodka Sauce With Meat. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

How to make vodka pasta sauce recipe shows you how to prepare vodka sauce with meat to create many different easy meals your family will love.
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Easy Red Chicken

A plate of white rice served with a colorful chicken and vegetable stew garnished with parsley. The stew, perfect for irresistible dinners, includes mushrooms, bell peppers, and carrots in a red sauce. — Easy Red Chicken. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy red chicken recipe is quick, also called ketchup chicken, delicious, and always a favorite with everyone.
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Easy Catfish Tacos

Closeup of an open catfish taco. — Easy Catfish Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Catfish Tacos make a delicious and balanced meal that’s great any night of the week. The juicy catfish filets pair so well with the Asian flavors of the salad kit. It’s a unique and tasty rendition of a classic taco!
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Butter Poached Lobster Tail

Butter poached lobster tails are lightly seasoned and accented with lemon juice. It's a simple recipe that's full of flavor.
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Big Mac Sloppy Joes

A mouthwatering close-up of a sesame seed bun burger filled with shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, ground meat, and a slice of cheddar cheese—perfect for fans of McDonald's copycat recipes. — Big Mac Sloppy Joes. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Big Mac sloppy Joes are loaded with the flavor of the classic fast food burger, but served up in sloppy Joe fashion and is a recipe easy on your budget.
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