9 Easiest-Ever Skillet Meals

Cuban-Style Rice & Beans with Turkey

White rice is swapped out for brown in our healthier version of this classic Latin American dish. Protein-rich ground turkey turns it into a complete meal.  

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Wild Mushroom & Lamb Ragout Pappardelle

Lamb is simmered with red wine, beef broth and wild mushrooms for a meal with deep umami flavor.

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Tarragon Chicken with White Wine Cream Sauce

Chicken breasts are seasoned with tarragon then drizzled with a luscious white wine sauce with cream and Dijon mustard.

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Skillet-Seared Beef Tenderloin   

In this gourmet twist on steak ’n’ potatoes, a shallot-blue cheese butter is melted over the steak. Golden potatoes are made even more vibrant with the addition of tri-color carrots.                   

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Creamy Chicken Biryani

Fragrant spices such as turmeric, cardamom, cumin and coriander infuse this velvety tomato cream sauce. Try serving this dish with whole-grain naan bread or brown rice. 

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Chicken & Shrimp Orzo Paella

Colorful bell pepper, tomatoes and parsley embellish this hearty paella that uses orzo pasta in place of rice.                   

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Saucy Skillet Pad Thai with Chicken

This is a takeout classic for good reason. Tender chicken, crunchy peanuts and soft noodles are tossed in a tangy-sweet sauce — how could it not hit the spot for dinner?

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Corn Bread-Topped Beef & Black Bean Chili

A one-skillet twist on a traditional chili with corn bread, this clean eating chili uses both lean beef and black beans for a satisfying protein punch.

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Herbed Turkey Scallopine with Lemon Dijon Kale

Fresh dill and Dijon pack this turkey scallopine with mouthwatering flavor, while kale provides both a fiber and antioxidant boost. It’s a balanced meal with less than 200 calories per serving!

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