Best 2 Eggplant Skillet Dinner Recipes

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EGGPLANT SKILLET DINNER



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My children always enjoyed this tasty dish. It was a great way to introduce them to eggplant.-Virginia Jung, Janesville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded process cheese (Velveeta)
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown beef with onion; drain. Sprinkle flour over beef; stir to mix. Add next five ingredients; mix well. , Season eggplant with salt and pepper; arrange slices over meat mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until eggplant is tender. Sprinkle with shredded cheese; cook until cheese melts. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SKILLET EGGPLANT PARMESAN



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Try out this tasty Skillet Eggplant Parmesan recipe from My Food and Family! As if saucy, cheesy and delicious weren't enough, this Skillet Eggplant Parmesan dish with OLIVO by CLASSICO Traditional Pasta Sauce has even more going for it: you can make it in under an hour.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs
1 pkg. (5.5 oz.) SHAKE 'N BAKE Seasoned Panko Seasoned Coating Mix
2 eggplants (1-1/2 lb.), each cut crosswise into 9 slices
2 Tbsp. oil
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

Steps:

  • Beat eggs in shallow dish until blended. Empty coating mix into separate shallow dish. Dip eggplant slices in egg, then in coating mix, turning to evenly coat both sides of each slice. Gently press coating mix into eggplant slices to secure. Spray both sides of eggplant slices with cooking spray.
  • Brush 2 tsp. oil onto bottom of large skillet; heat on medium heat. Add 1/3 of the eggplant; cook 1 to 2 min. on each side or until crisp and evenly browned. Transfer to plate. Repeat with remaining oil and eggplant.
  • Mix pasta sauce and water; spread 3/4 cup onto bottom of skillet. Cover with layers of 1/3 of the eggplant, 3/4 cup of the remaining sauce and 1/2 cup cheese; repeat layers. Top with remaining eggplant and sauce; cover.
  • Cook on medium-low heat 20 to 25 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm, have a deep purple color, and are free of blemishes.
  • Cut the eggplant properly: To prevent the eggplant from absorbing too much oil, cut it into 1-inch cubes or slices and salt them for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to draw out the moisture and bitterness.
  • Cook the eggplant in a little oil: Use just enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. This will help to prevent the eggplant from becoming greasy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the eggplant in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help to ensure that the eggplant cooks evenly.
  • Season the eggplant well: Use a variety of spices and herbs to flavor the eggplant. Some good options include garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, and thyme.

Conclusion:

Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it's also low in calories. This skillet dinner recipe is a great way to enjoy eggplant. It's easy to make, it's healthy, and it's delicious. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook eggplant, give this recipe a try!

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