10/12/2026
Easy Skillet Recipes
Garlic Butter Steak Bites Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 15 minutes
How to Make: Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the steak in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until nicely browned, then transfer to a plate. Reduce the heat to medium, melt the butter in the same skillet, and add the minced garlic, stirring for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter for another minute until coated and cooked to your preferred doneness. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
How to Make: Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a plate. Add the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to loosen the browned bits, then add the Parmesan cheese and simmer gently until slightly thickened. Stir in the spinach until wilted, return the chicken to the skillet, and simmer for another 5–8 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is creamy. Spoon the sauce over the chicken before serving.
Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
How to Make: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant. In a bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, water, and cornstarch until smooth. Add the broccoli to the skillet with 2 tablespoons of the sauce mixture, cover, and cook for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Pour in the remaining sauce and stir everything together, simmering for another 2–3 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce becomes thick and glossy. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Beef & Broccoli Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- ½ cup beef broth
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 20 minutes
How to Make: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat and sear the sliced flank steak in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until browned, then remove from the skillet. Add the broccoli with 2 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return the beef to the skillet, pour in the prepared sauce, and toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly. Serve hot over steamed rice.
Philly Cheesesteak Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ cups shredded provolone cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 20 minutes
How to Make: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the sliced onion and green bell pepper for 5–6 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized, then transfer to a plate. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet and sear the thinly sliced ribeye steak for 2–3 minutes until browned. Season with garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat evenly. Return the onions and peppers to the skillet and toss with the steak for another minute. Spread the shredded provolone cheese evenly over the mixture, reduce the heat to low, and cover for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts. Serve immediately while hot and cheesy.
Creamy Garlic Chicken & Mushroom Skillet Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Serves: 4 | Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
How to Make: Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a plate. Add the sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and lightly browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up the browned bits, then stir in the Parmesan cheese and simmer gently until slightly thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5–8 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is creamy. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Recipe made by: Easy Steps Recipes
