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Southern Cast Iron Recipes

Published: Sep 12, 2023 · Modified: Jul 31, 2024 by Melanie Cagle · Leave a Comment

This list of southern cast iron recipes highlights some of my favorite skillet suppers (desserts and sides) cooked in one of my favorite pans.

Classic recipes cooked in an old fashioned way.

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Southern Cast Iron Recipes

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Cast iron cooking is not saved for any particular time of the year, cook outside on the fire with this awesome pan - as well as in the kitchen.

Following are some amazing southern recipes cooked in cast iron, main dishes, sides and desserts (I saved the desserts for the end).

Hint: Follow the post to the end where I have a few of my favorite cast iron cooking tools.

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slice of cornbread having honey drizzled on top
Southern Cornbread
This Southern Cajun Cornbread is so simple to make you'll be making it for every meal! With a little bacon grease added and just the right amount of sweetness with a yummy crunchy buttery crust. A corn bread recipe for everyone.
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Close up of a plate of grillades and grits, the image has been cropped square.
Grillades and Grits: A Southern Comfort Food Classic
Here is a recipe that all southerners love and adore! Creamy, delicious and sure to be a family favorite.
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An image of a plate full of old fashioned pan fried okra with one or two cut in half to see the inside.
Old Fashioned Pan Fried Okra
A crispy and lightly seasoned treat that is super easy to make - also known as Southern Popcorn!
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4
Cast iron pan full of liver and onions.
Southern Liver and Onions with Gravy
A comforting homecooked meal of southern liver and onions with gravy served over mashed potatoes that will have everyone running home to eat.
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5
breagettingfit.com
Mouthwatering Cajun Butter Steak Bites
Serve this steak bites recipe for family, friends, and get-togethers. Everyone will be begging you for the recipe and will be shocked that it’s so quick and easy to make.
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6
www.savingdessert.com
Corn Dip Recipe
Cheesy, hot and bubbly Mexican Street Corn style dip with sweet corn folded into a well spiced mixture of shredded cheese, cream cheese, onions and green chilis.
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7
close up of some smoked mushrooms in a cast iron pot.
Smoked Mushrooms
Delicious and easy, this smoked mushrooms recipe is one you'll love. Tasty flavors of garlic and Creole mustard soaked with butter and drizzled all over the button mushrooms.
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8
plate with a fried chicken drumstick and a side of waffles with syrup and butter
Southern Chicken and Waffles
This sweet and savory southern chicken and waffles recipe is the stuff of dreams. Crispy fried chicken with homemade Belgian waffles drenched in a sweet syrup.
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9
a close up of a spoon full of baked beans with bacon
Southern Baked Beans Recipe
These Southern Baked Beans are so tangy, sweet and meaty they are the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue!
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10
Close up of a hobo casserole in a skillet with a spoon.
Hobo Casserole
A tasty, easy layered dinner of ground meat, potatoes and cheese with soup and seasonings.
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www.restlesschipotle.com
Old-Fashioned Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon
Fried cabbage with bacon and onions is country comfort food - easy to make and easy on the budget!
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www.giftofhospitality.com
Old Fashioned Chicken Fried Steak
Old Fashioned Chicken Fried Steak is made with cube steak that’s breaded twice for an irresistibly crunchy coating, then served with an easy white gravy.
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13
theforkedspoon.com
Biscuits and Gravy
The best Biscuits and Gravy made with southern-style sausage gravy and pillowy soft homemade biscuits.
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14
pinchandswirl.com
Cast Iron Pork Chops
Seared in a cast iron pan and finished with sizzling butter and fresh rosemary, these juicy pork chops develop deeply rich flavor and a beautiful golden crust.
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15
themodernproper.com
Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
This skillet pot pie recipe relies on whole milk instead of cream, and is loaded with lean chicken breast and vegetables like carrots, celery and peas, it definitely counts as a balanced meal.
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16
thefeatherednester.com
Cast Iron Chicken Thighs
Cooking chicken thighs in a cast iron skillet helps create crispy skin and juicy meat! Make our easy recipe for perfect pan seared chicken.
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thiswifecooks.com
Skillet Okra
With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this flavorful Southern staple is ready in minutes!
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www.restlesschipotle.com
Cracker Barrel Hamburger Steak Recipe
Seasoned hamburger steaks are seared in a skillet on top of the stove then simmered in a rich onion gravy until they are tender and juicy!
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bowl-me-over.com
Easy Huevos Rancheros Recipe
Everyone loves this simple meal and it's great if you are serving a crowd! Tons of flavor but so simple to make!!
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www.cravingsomecreativity.com
Blackened Mahi Mahi
Delight your household tonight with bold flavor and an Island-inspired mango salsa topping.
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inthekitch.net
Blackened Chicken
The paprika, chili powder and other spices blend together to form a spicy, flavorful crust that turns an ordinary chicken breast into a tantalizing entrée.
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amandascookin.com
Cast Iron Ribeye
Between the pan sear and the marinade, this ribeye yields incredibly tender beef speckled with a gorgeous crust in under 25 minutes total.
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castironrecipes.com
Easy Venison Backstrap
Easy to cook, melts like butter, it’s easy to see why this is considered one of the prime cuts of wild game.
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24
disheswithdad.com
Glazed Blueberry Buttermilk Biscuits
These glazed blueberry buttermilk biscuits are soft, buttery, and loaded with wild blueberries. They're finished with a sweet glaze for a perfect treat to start your day!
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jamjarkitchen.com
Beef Tamale Casserole
Using boxed cornbread mix with ground beef and some pantry staples you can have a hearty meal on the table in no time!
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www.restlesschipotle.com
Easy 30 Minute Stuffed Pepper Skillet Casserole
Quick and easy, hearty and filling, this simple skillet casserole is a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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27
laurenfromscratch.com
Blackened Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin
Tender and juicy pork tenderloin coated in cajun spices, then topped with a shallot and white wine pan sauce.
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28
wendypolisi.com
30-Minute Crisp-Tender Cast Iron Skillet Potatoes
In no time at all, you'll be serving up delicious potatoes that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
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wendypolisi.com
Moist and Delicious Cast Iron Cornbread
Buttery, cheesy, and so moist. Give it a try, and it will become one of your most requested bread recipes!
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laurenfromscratch.com
Easy Skillet Charred Blackened Corn
Fresh corn charred in a hot skillet, then tossed with a smoky and spicy seasoning, melted butter, lemon, and parsley.
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forkinggoodfood.com
Cast Iron Succotash
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make side dish, look no further than cast iron succotash!
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castironrecipes.com
Sausage Gravy and Drop Biscuit Casserole
A one skillet meal that combines the best of sausage gravy with homemade drop biscuits, made in a family style presentation.
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www.southernkitchen.com
Fried Chicken
Fried chicken is the benchmark of Southern cuisine. For the best results, shallow-fry the chicken in a cast-iron skillet.
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theflattopking.com
Cast Iron Skillet Biscuits - My Homemade Biscuits Recipe
These cast iron skillet biscuits are made from scratch with a few basic pantry staples. Bake the homemade biscuits in a cast iron skillet for light and fluffy biscuits!
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35
healthyrecipes101.com
Easy Seafood Gumbo Recipe
Our Easy Seafood Gumbo with okra recipe will show you how to make an authentic Louisiana Creole meal in 40 minutes.
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www.twopinkpeonies.com
Cast Iron Skillet Green Beans {super easy recipe}
These cast iron skillet green beans are made with fresh green beans, spices, a little lemon, and Parmesan cheese.
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37
www.garlicandzest.com
Hatch Pepper Skillet Cornbread Recipe
This cheesy cornbread is loaded with fresh corn, roasted red bell peppers, cheddar cheese and those famous New Mexico green chiles for flavor and heat.
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38
gypsyplate.com
Smothered Chicken
Smothered Chicken… Classic Soul Food that will warm up your body and soul. This is a comfort food that generations have grown up on.
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theflattopking.com
The BEST Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread with Cheese and Green Chiles
The crust of this green chile cheese cornbread fries in olive oil in the skillet while it is baking, and it turns out the perfect crispy golden brown.
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heysnickerdoodle.com
Creamy Skillet Corn With Bacon
This Creamy Skillet Corn With Bacon is both savory and sweet and it pairs well with grilled meats for dinner.
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41
www.zouschef.com
Sweet Potato Grits Spoonbread
Whipping egg whites as you would do in a souffle gives the dish a lighter texture. It may look like cornbread in the pan, but it is definitely not.
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42
thefeatherednester.com
Bisquick Peach Cobbler
Make the perfect peach cobbler with Bisquick and fresh, frozen, or canned peaches. This easy Bisquick peach cobbler recipe only takes a few minutes to prepare.
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hostessatheart.com
Rustic Skillet Apple Pie Recipe
Rustic Cast Iron Skillet Apple Pie recipe is loaded with thick cinnamon apples on top of a crust sitting in a layer of hot buttery caramel.
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44
www.savingdessert.com
Easy Plum Cobbler Recipe
Sliced fresh plums topped with a sweet crumbled dough, cobbled together for a quick and easy dessert featuring these delicious, juicy fruits.
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45
thedefaultcook.com
Caramelized Peaches - The Default Cook
Juicy caramelized peaches are a quick and easy dessert that's both dinner party fancy and Tuesday-night easy.
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aubreyskitchen.com
Cast Iron Skillet Apple Crisp
This skillet apple crisp baked in a cast iron skillet is easy, delicious and the perfect holiday dessert to serve for Thanksgiving or Christmas!
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amandascookin.com
Cast Iron Skillet Pineapple Upside Down Cake!
Making this cake in a cast iron skillet develops a caramel crusty topping from the brown sugar and butter and is considerably better than the crust that develops in a standard baking pan.
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👉 My Favorite Cast Iron Cooking Equipment

Two cast iron skillets, with pot holders.

Cuisinel Cast Iron Skillets Set - Pre-Seasoned 2-Piece Pan: 10" + 12"-Inch + 2 Heat-Resistant Silicone Handle Covers - Dual Handle Helpers

Cast Iron Scrubber + Pan Scraper - 316 Chainmail Scrubber with Silicone Handle Cast Iron Cleaner for Cast Iron Grill Pan Skillet Wok Bakeware

Cast iron skillet scrubber.
Rubber pot handle sheaths and plate holders.

Cast Iron Skillet Handle Cover, 6 Pack Pot Handle Covers Heat Resistant, Cast Iron Pan Handle Covers,


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