Best 2 Skillet Zucchini Casserole Recipes

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Skillet zucchini casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, and it is a great way to use up summer zucchini. With its cheesy, savory flavors and tender-crisp zucchini, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN ZUCCHINI SKILLET CASSEROLE



Mexican Zucchini Skillet Casserole image

A flavorful one skillet meal the whole family will enjoy. Add additional toppings such as sour cream, green onion, or jalapenos.

Provided by Dawn

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
½ medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup corn, black bean, and red pepper salsa (such as Desert Pepper Trading Company®)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch chunks
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes.
  • Add salsa and cumin to the skillet; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until flavors blend, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and tomatoes. Cover and cook until zucchini is tender but not too soft, about 10 minutes more. Top with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 83.3 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 482.4 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

SKILLET ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



Skillet Zucchini Casserole image

A one-skillet dish that makes a quick and wonderful meal by itself.

Provided by SAWMAN

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 47m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ pound bacon
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
6 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 large ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (16 ounce) can pineapple chunks - drained with juice reserved
¼ cup juice from the can of pineapple
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Pour off all but one tablespoon of bacon fat from the skillet.
  • Stir in the onion, green and red bell peppers, and celery to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the zucchini and mushrooms and cook 1 more minute. Stir in the tomatoes, artichoke hearts, pineapple and crumbled bacon.
  • Pour in the reserved pineapple juice and the soy sauce. Season with the salt and pepper, basil, garlic power and Italian seasoning. Cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes stirring occasionally. Do not over cook.
  • Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese on top of the vegetables and cook 2 more minutes, or until the cheese melts. Serve zucchini in the skillet topped with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 1448.1 mg, Sugar 30.9 g

More tips for your best Skillets and Casseroles:

  • When searing meat in a skillet, make sure the pan is hot enough before adding the meat. This will help create a nice crust and prevent the meat from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing meat. This will also prevent the meat from cooking evenly and creating a nice crust.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or casserole dish to distribute the heat evenly and prevent hot-spots.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cooking methods. Skillets and casseroles can be used to fry, sauté, braise, stew, and bake.
  • Skillets and casseroles are great for one-pot cooking. This means you can cook the entire meal in one pan, which saves time and cleanup.

Conclusion:

Skillets and casseroles are versatile cookware that can be used to make a variety of delicious and comforting dish. With a little practice, you can master the art of cooking with skillets and casseroles, and you'll be able to create memorable meal that your family and friend will love.

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