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    Home » Recipes » Dinner Recipes

    16 Easy One Skillet Dinner Recipes for Stress-Free Weeknights

    Last Modified: Mar 9, 2023 by Chelsea Joy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    Let's face it - weeknight cooking can be rough. But with an arsenal of easy one skillet dinner recipes on hand, you can ease the burden a bit!

    I rounded up 16 different paleo one skillet dinner recipes, most of which are also Whole30, low carb, and keto friendly.

    There's a wide variety of beef, pork, chicken, and seafood-based recipes, so take your pick or pin them all so you've always got something simple and nourishing in your back pocket when life gets busy but you need to eat!

    One-Skillet Weeknight Dinners

    These paleo one skillet dinners cook up quickly for easy weeknight meals! Most of the recipes are Whole30, low carb, and keto-friendly.

    1
    Large cast iron skillet full of chicken thighs, lemon slices, and potatoes

    One Skillet Lemon Rosemary Chicken and Potatoes

    This one skillet wonder is a dinner party DREAM! With crispy chicken thighs, fingerling potatoes, and a simple lemon-rosemary sauce, it's got a ton of flavor at an economical price.

    2
    Image for Creamy Lemon Basil Chicken Skillet

    Creamy Lemon Basil Chicken Skillet

    Photo Credit: thebetteredblondie.com

    With green beans, lemon, and basil, this one skillet recipe is a perfect summer dish. Just look at all that color!

    3
    One Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onions | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    One Skillet Pork Chops with Apples & Onions

    Simple ingredients make this pork chop dinner a quick meal with a lot of flavor!

    4
    Paleo Skillet Pizza Chicken | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    Skillet Pizza Chicken

    Basil, pepperoni strips, and tomato sauce make this one skillet chicken recipe quite the showstopper! If you'd like, add dollops of fresh mozzerella to make this recipe truly shine.

    5
    Image for 15-Minute Paleo Taco Skillet Dinner

    15-Minute Paleo Taco Skillet Dinner

    Photo Credit: tasty-yummies.com

    Need dinner, FAST? This 15-minute taco skillet dinner is for you! Pro tip: mix a big batch of the spices together beforehand so you're already ready to make this quick meal.

    6
    Image for Creamy Chicken and Brussels Sprouts One Pan Meal

    Creamy Chicken and Brussels Sprouts One Pan Meal

    Photo Credit: anaankeny.com

    Chicken and brussels sprouts make a perfect pair in this one skillet meal that's similar to a stir fry.

    7
    One-Skillet Chicken with Mushrooms & Sun-Dried Tomatoes | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    One-Skillet Chicken with Mushrooms & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

    These simple chicken cutlets get a huge burst of flavor from mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. If you love the bold taste of sun-dried tomatoes, this one's a must-try!

    8
    Image for Chimichurri Steak and Pepper Skillet

    Chimichurri Steak and Pepper Skillet

    Photo Credit: www.wholesomelicious.com

    With simple ingredients, this skillet gets its flair from a simple chimichurri, making this recipe full of flavor but still paleo and low carb.

    9
    Image for Whole30 + Keto Skillet Shepherd's Pie

    Whole30 + Keto Skillet Shepherd's Pie

    Photo Credit: www.maryswholelife.com

    Make this casserole classic in a skillet to make cooking that much easier! Plus, this version is Whole30 and keto friendly.

    10
    Simple Whole30 Skillet Steak Fajitas Recipe

    Easy Whole30 Skillet Steak Fajitas

    Doesn't get much easier than strips of beef, bell pepper, and onions! Eat it as-is or pair with tortillas for fajita night.

    11
    Image for Dairy-Free Creamy Chicken Tomato Skillet

    Dairy-Free Creamy Chicken Tomato Skillet

    Photo Credit: thewoodenskillet.com

    You'll be licking the skillet to get the last of the dairy free sauce in this recipe. The chicken's just a bonus!

    12
    Image for Sausage and Cabbage Skillet (Paleo, Whole30 + Keto)

    Sausage and Cabbage Skillet (Paleo, Whole30 + Keto)

    Photo Credit: realsimplegood.com

    Simple ingredients make this one skillet meal quick and accessible. Grab junk-free sausage to make this recipe Whole30 friendly!

    13
    Shrimp, Sausage, and Caulirice Skillet | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    Shrimp, Sausage, and Caulirice Skillet

    With a spicy homemade creole seasoning, this one skillet recipe packs a punch while still delivering a balance of veggies and protein.

    14
    Image for Easy Paleo Greek Chicken Skillet

    Easy Paleo Greek Chicken Skillet

    Photo Credit: physicalkitchness.com

    Artichokes and olives bring all the Greek flavors to this simple skillet dish!

    15
    Quick Thai Red Curry Beef Tenderloin Skillet | DoYouEvenPaleo.net

    Quick Thai Red Curry Beef Tenderloin Skillet

    A flavorful Thai red curry sauce breathes life into this recipe, but it's SO much easier than it looks!

    16
    Image for One Pan Garlic Butter Salmon and Swiss Chard

    One Pan Garlic Butter Salmon and Swiss Chard

    Photo Credit: www.bowlofdelicious.com

    Last but not least, a simple salmon recipe with sauteed Swiss chard! Summery and super nourishing.

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    Hello! I'm Chelsea, the sole author, recipe developer, and photographer behind Chelsea Joy Eats.

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