Our Cast Iron Skillet Recipes

September 2, 2026

Rosemary Brown Butter Skillet Chicken Thighs

Crispy-skinned chicken thighs, browned in a Lancaster No. 8 Skillet and finished with nutty brown butter, fresh rosemary, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon. It’s the kind of dinner that feels a little special without requiring much work.

August 31, 2026

German Pancakes with Warm Berry Compote

There’s something wonderfully simple about a plate of homemade German pancakes. They’re thin, tender, and lightly crisp around the edges, less fluffy than an American pancake and perfect for stacking, folding, or topping with whatever you have on hand. For this version, we’re keeping things classic: a simple, lightly sweetened pancake cooked in butter on the Lancaster No. 8 Griddle, then topped with a warm berry compote made with fresh lemon and a touch of vanilla.

August 27, 2026

Classic Cherry Skillet Pie with Red Wine

This is a classic cherry pie at heart: a buttery, flaky crust, plenty of juicy cherries, and a sweet-tart filling that bubbles into the crust as it bakes. The little twist is a splash of red wine in the filling, it doesn't overpower the cherries, but adds a subtle richness and brings out their deeper, almost jammy flavor. Baked in cast iron, the crust turns beautifully golden and crisp while the filling bubbles around the edges.

August 27, 2026

Classic Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are one of those timeless dinners that never really need reinventing. Sweet bell peppers are filled with a hearty mixture of browned beef, tender rice, tomato, onion, and herbs, then baked until the peppers are perfectly tender and the cheese on top is melted and golden. Cooking them in cast iron gives the tomato sauce and beef filling beautifully caramelized edges and makes this an easy, comforting meal to bring straight from the oven to the table.

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August 27, 2026

Spicy Green Bean Almondine

This spicy green bean almondine is a simple side dish with plenty of flavor. Fresh green beans are sautéed in rich, spicy browned butter with a hint of nutmeg to deepen the flavor, then finished with buttery, toasted almonds for the perfect combination of crisp, tender, nutty, and a little bit spicy. Made start to finish in the Lancaster No. 8 Skillet, it’s an easy side that feels special enough for a holiday table but simple enough for a weeknight dinner.

August 26, 2026

Apple Cider Glazed Brussels Sprouts

This is one of those recipes that makes Brussels sprouts feel like something you actually look forward to eating. The sprouts get beautifully browned and crispy, then tossed in a sweet-tart apple cider glaze that soaks into all those little crispy edges. It’s cozy without being heavy, and honestly, I’d happily eat a plate of these straight from the skillet.

August 25, 2026

Roasted Parmesan Asparagus

Simple, savory, and bright. The asparagus gets tender and lightly charred in the skillet, while Parmesan melts over the top and a squeeze of lemon at the end keeps everything fresh. It’s the kind of side dish you can throw together in minutes and serve straight from the skillet.

August 25, 2026

Maple Glazed Carrots

There’s something about carrots cooked in cast iron that makes a simple side dish feel a little more special. They get tender in the middle, pick up a little color around the edges, and the maple glaze turns glossy and caramelized without making them overly sweet. This is an easy one to throw together for a weeknight dinner, but it’s just as good next to a roast chicken or sitting on the holiday table.

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August 25, 2026

Foolproof Dutch Oven Roast Chicken

A whole roast chicken can be surprisingly simple: keep the seasoning straightforward, let the 5 qt Dutch oven do the heavy lifting, and use temperature, not time, to know when it's done. This method gives you juicy meat, tender vegetables, and beautifully browned skin.

August 20, 2026

Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cake

Deeply rich and fudgy with a warm molten center, this lava cake brings together classic chocolate decadence with a twist of nutty peanut butter. The cake hides a gooey peanut butter ganache surprise inside and is finished with a gently sweet peanut butter swirl baked into the top.

August 12, 2026

No Knead Dutch Oven Yeast Bread

A simple, classic yeasted loaf with a crisp, golden crust and a soft, chewy center. Made with just a handful of ingredients and baked in a hot Dutch oven, this bread develops beautiful texture and flavor with very little hands-on work. Let it rise overnight, shape it the next morning, and bake until deeply golden for a homemade loaf that’s perfect with butter, alongside dinner, or straight from the oven.

August 10, 2026

Cherry Cornmeal Spoon Cake

We love how The Uncomplicated Chef keeps dessert elegant and simple.

Her Cherry Cornmeal Spoon Cake is exactly the kind of recipe we love, juicy cherries, a simple cornmeal batter, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream to finish it off. Perfect for a simple summer night treat.

July 31, 2026

Lemon Dill Salmon

Bright, buttery, and packed with fresh herbs, this Lemon Dill Salmon is a simple weeknight meal that feels elegant enough for entertaining. The Lancaster No. 8 develops a beautifully crisp exterior while keeping the salmon moist and flaky.