Best 11 Fish Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our versatile fish skillet recipes that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From the classic Southern-style Fish Skillet with its crispy cornmeal coating to the zesty Cajun Fish Skillet bursting with aromatic spices, these skillet wonders promise a delightful seafood experience. For those seeking a lighter option, the Baked Fish Skillet offers a healthier take without compromising on flavor. Seafood lovers will relish the Mediterranean Fish Skillet, a vibrant fusion of flavors inspired by the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to provide a symphony of textures and tastes, ensuring an unforgettable skillet experience.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SKILLET FISH WITH SPINACH



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Tender fish fillets get a burst of flavor from seafood seasoning and a dash of salt and pepper. Paired with dressed-up spinach, this simple main course from our Test Kitchen is sure to impress!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 orange roughy fillets (4 ounces each)
1-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle fillets with seafood seasoning. In a large skillet, cook fillets in oil and butter over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove and keep warm., Add mushrooms to the skillet; cook, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add spinach and broth; cook 3-4 minutes longer or until spinach is heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON & HERB FISH SKILLET



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Create a taste of the Mediterranean with this simple one pot meal - it's a refreshing change of pace from chicken.

Provided by Del Monte

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Del Monte

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups College Inn® Fat Free & Lower Sodium Chicken Broth
8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can Del Monte® French-Style Green Beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can Del Monte® Petite-Cut Diced Tomatoes, drained
4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets, thawed if frozen
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a large, deep non-stick skillet over high heat; stir in orzo and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook according to package directions, stirring frequently, except DO NOT DRAIN.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in green beans and tomatoes; cook 1 minute.
  • Arrange fish over orzo mixture; sprinkle with oregano and salt and pepper, if desired. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer 8 to 9 minutes or just until fish is opaque. Top fish with lemon peel before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 936.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

LEMON AND HERB FISH SKILLET



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Create a taste of the Mediterranean with this simple one pot meal--it's a refreshing change of pace from chicken.

Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups College Inn® Chicken Broth
8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can Del Monte® French-Style Green Beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can Del Monte® Petite Diced Tomatoes, drained
4 (4 ounce) tilapia fillets, thawed if frozen
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a large, deep non-stick skillet over high heat; stir in orzo and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook according to package directions, stirring frequently, except DO NOT DRAIN.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Stir in green beans and tomatoes; cook 1 minute.
  • Arrange fish over orzo mixture; sprinkle with oregano and salt and pepper, if desired. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer 8 to 9 minutes or just until fish is opaque. Top fish with grated lemon peel before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1337.4 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

FISH SKILLET



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Our one-pan fish dinner can go straight from the grill to the table. Be sure to serve with plenty of crusty bread to sop up all that delicious sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

22 ounces cherry tomatoes
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, smashed and sliced
2 cans (13.5 ounces each) whole artichoke hearts, drained, halved if large
1/2 cup pitted olives, such as Kalamata
1/2 cup caper berries
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup dry white wine
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds skinless firm white-fleshed fish, such as cod or monkfish, cut into 4 pieces
1 small lemon, thinly sliced
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, artichokes, olives, caper berries, oil, and wine in a large straight-sided skillet (it will be used on the grill). Season with salt and pepper, then season fish on both sides with salt and pepper and arrange on top. Place lemon slices on top of and around fish.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Place skillet on grill, cover grill, and cook until fish is opaque throughout, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately with bread.

SAUCY SKILLET FISH



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The main industry here on Kodiak Island is fishing, so I'm always on the lookout for new seafood recipes. This is my favorite way to fix halibut since it's quick and tasty. I often get recipe requests when I serve this to guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds halibut, haddock or salmon fillets or steaks
1 medium onion, sliced
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add fish and toss to coat (if using fillets, cut into serving-size pieces first). , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; remove and set aside. Add fish to the skillet, cook over medium heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 3-5 minutes on each side. Remove fish to a serving plate and keep warm. , Add the sour cream, basil and onion to the skillet; heat through (do not boil). Serve with fish. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 531mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SKILLET FISH WITH QUICK CORN RELISH



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A refreshing corn relish has a bit of zip that complements zesty fish fillets. Have it ready in 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn, red and green peppers, drained, rinsed
2 tablespoons sliced green onions (2 medium)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cod or halibut fillets (1 lb)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all relish ingredients; set aside.
  • In small bowl, combine 1/4 teaspoon cumin and the pepper; sprinkle on both sides of each fish fillet.
  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish; cook 5 to 8 minutes, turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork. Serve fish with relish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 3 g

SKILLET FISH WITH LEMON TARRAGON "BUTTER"



Skillet Fish with Lemon Tarragon

If you like fish and want a fast no fuss meal with a lot of flavor then you will enjoy this. Any kind of fish can be used, Cod, orange roughy, flounder, haddock, halibut and sole fish work well .

Provided by donna clark

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tsp butter
4 tsp lemon juice, divided
1/2 tsp grated lemon peel
1/4 tsp dried tarragon
1/4 tsp prepard mustard
1/8 tsp salt
2-4 lean white fish fillers ( about 1/2 pound each ) rinsed and patted dry
1/4 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Combine butter, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, lemon peel, tarragon, mustard and salt in a small bowl. Stir until well blended and set aside. ( double this if using more than 3 pieces or more of fish)
  • 2. Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray, heat over medium heat.
  • 3. Drizle fish fillets with remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice, sprinkle one side of each fillet with paprika.Place fillets in skillet, paprika side down, cook 3 minutes. Gently turn and cook 3 minutes longer or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork. Place fillets on serving palte top with butter mixture.

POTATO FISH SKILLET



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I've been fixing this stir-fry for years, often using bass since we live on a lake where bass are quite common. When I first tried the recipe, my wife declared it a winner. We especially like this one-dish meal, which contains all the necessary ingredients. -Jeff Brown, Colon, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium red potatoes, cubed
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound grouper or other lean fish, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, stir-fry potatoes in butter and oil for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. , Meanwhile, place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add fish, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Add to the skillet. Cover and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally., Add the mushrooms, celery, onion and garlic. Cover and cook 4-6 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with lemon juice, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SAUCY SKILLET FISH



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Make and share this Saucy Skillet Fish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Tilapia

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 lbs halibut
1 medium onion, sliced
1/3 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, paprika and pepper. Add fish and shake to coat (if using fillets, cut into serving-size pieces first).
  • In a skillet, saute onion in butter until tender; remove and set aside. Add fish to the skillet, cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove fish to a serving plate and keep warm.
  • Add the sour cream, basil and onion to the skillet; heat through (do not boil).
  • Serve over fish. Garnish with parsley.
  • NOTE: Haddock or salmon fillets or steaks can be used. I didn't have fresh parsley, so I used dried.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.1, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 100.8, Sodium 670.5, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1, Protein 34.8

SALSA FISH SKILLET



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Zucchini and yellow summer squash add seasonal flair to this colorful fish dish from our Test Kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound halibut steaks or other firm whitefish, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 medium yellow summer squash, julienned
1 medium zucchini, julienned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
4 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry halibut in 2 teaspoons hot oil for 3-4 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork; remove and keep warm. , Add the yellow squash, zucchini, mushrooms, cumin and remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Return fish to the pan. Add salsa; heat through. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SKILLET FISH DINNER



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This healthy recipe takes very little time. We enjoy it with a spinach salad and whole wheat rolls.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 to 3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 pound cod, haddockor orange roughy fillets
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
Hot cooked rice
Hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the celery, green pepper and onion in oil until almost tender. Add tomatoes; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with fish fillets and sprinkle with seafood seasoning. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6 minutes. Break fish into chunks. Cook about 3 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve over rice. Serve with hot pepper sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Ensure Fish is Properly Seasoned: Before cooking, season the fish fillets generously with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings. This enhances the flavor of the fish and makes it more enjoyable.
  • Use a Non-Stick Skillet: A non-stick skillet is ideal for cooking fish as it prevents the fish from sticking to the pan and breaking apart. If you don't have a non-stick skillet, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet.
  • Cook Fish Over Medium Heat: Cooking fish over medium heat allows it to cook evenly without burning or overcooking. High heat can easily overcook the fish, making it dry and tough.
  • Flip Fish Only Once: Avoid flipping the fish multiple times during cooking. Flip the fish only once, when it is cooked about halfway through. Flipping the fish too often can cause it to break apart.
  • Use a Fish Spatula: A fish spatula is specifically designed for cooking fish. It has a thin, flexible blade that slides easily under the fish, making it easy to flip and remove from the skillet without breaking it.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Skillet: When cooking multiple pieces of fish, don't overcrowd the skillet. This will prevent the fish from cooking evenly and may cause it to steam rather than fry.
  • Serve Fish Immediately: Once the fish is cooked, serve it immediately. Fish is best enjoyed hot and fresh out of the skillet.

Conclusion:

Cooking fish in a skillet is a quick, easy, and delicious way to prepare this versatile ingredient. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your skillet-cooked fish is flavorful, moist, and cooked to perfection. With a variety of seasonings and sauces to choose from, the possibilities are endless when it comes to creating delicious fish skillet recipes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give one of these skillet fish recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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