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    Home » Recipes » Category » Bread

    Easy Skillet Flatbreads (No Yeast)

    Published May 21, 2020 | Updated September 15, 2020 By Roxana Begum | 12 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Skillet flatbreads that are so soft and delicious. This easy versatile recipe will give you thick flatbreads, thin wraps or quick naan breads. 

    It goes so well with Chicken Korma, Shawarma or Kabob Koobideh.

    A variety of skillet flatbreads.

    Homemade Skillet Flatbreads

    There is nothing like fresh homemade bread. And skillet breads are so quick and easy to make.

    This is a great recipe that will not take much effort or skill and can be made with just few ingredients. Besides, this one can be made without yeast. For those who like making flatbreads with yeast, we have a restaurant style Naan.

    The recipe below has the right proportion of ingredients to give a dough that is versatile enough to make flatbreads for stews, wraps for sandwiches and also quick and delicious naan breads.

    Ingredients

    Whole Wheat Flour, Bread Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Olive Oil, Yogurt, Milk

    Optional ingredients - Butter, Garlic, Sesame or Black Seeds, Cilantro

    100 Percent Whole Wheat Bread - I have found that a combination of regular whole wheat flour and durum wheat flour (atta) to be the best. Just regular whole wheat flour alone is a bit stronger in flavor. Atta flour is milder. You may need extra liquid if using only whole wheat flour.

    Another option would be to use white whole wheat flour, which is milder in flavor and lighter in color. Whole wheat flours will require to be kneaded a bit longer to make sure gluten develops well. Even though this is not a high rise bread, making a smooth dough with proper gluten formation will give a better result. 

    Using Vital Gluten for whole wheat flour based recipes, such as this Pita Bread Recipe, gives better results, especially if you are new to baking bread.

    Side view of naan and other breads made in a skillet.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Below is the brief process for making the breads with the full recipe at the end of the post

    • Combine all the ingredients and knead it into a smooth and moist dough.
    • Preheat a cast iron skillet or a heavy bottomed skillet at medium setting.
    • Divide dough and roll it into circle or oval discs. 
    • Cook flatbread on both sides, resulting in some golden brown spots on surface.
    • Make a variety — thick breads, thin wrap style or naan breads. 
    • Stack and wrap in a towel to keep them soft.

    How to Serve it

    The thick flatbreads and naan can be used to serve with stews and gravy dishes such as - Braised Lamb Shanks and Kofta Curry. And also to make quick pizzas or sandwiches.

    Thin flatbreads are perfect for wraps. Try it with our spicy tuna salad or Easy Persian Pan Kebab.

    A stack of quick and easy skillet flatbreads.

    How to store and freeze

    The breads should be wrapped in a kitchen towel right after cooking and then stored. The moisture from the steam helps to keep them warm and soft.

    Store leftovers wrapped in paper towels and packed in ziplock bags. They keep well at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.

    Place a parchment paper between the skillet breads and freeze in bags.

    Nutrition Facts and Variations

    These skillet flatbreads are egg free, nut free and soy free. They are half whole grain and combine the taste attributes of popular white flatbreads and some goodness of whole grains. 

    As mentioned in the post above, these are good even with all whole wheat flour if you would like to try. Check the recipe card notes for more variations.

    Several breads placed in a basket.

    More Bread Recipes:

    • Barbari Bread
    • Soft Honey Wheat Rolls
    • Spring Onion Paratha (Flatbread)
    • Paratha (Layered Flatbread)

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    Quick and Easy Skillet Flatbreads

    Skillet flatbreads that are so soft and delicious. This easy versatile recipe will give you thick flatbreads, thin wraps or quick naan breads.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time45 mins
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    Course :Breads
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 6 flatbreads
    Calories: 231kcal
    Author: Roxana Begum

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup whole wheat flour or bread flour
    • 1 cup bread flour
    • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 cup plain yogurt

    Optional

    • sesame or black seeds
    • cilantro
    • grated garlic
    • butter
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    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet
    • Flip Spatula
    • Mixing Bowl
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    Instructions

    • Combine wheat flour, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large mixing bowl.
    • Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and yogurt. Mix well and let it rest five minutes. Then knead it for five minutes until smooth, moist and elastic, dusting with flour as needed. Cover with moist kitchen towel or a lid and let it rest for 10 minutes.
      Tip: The dough should be easy to work with, slightly sticky and not dense.
    • Heat a cast iron skillet or a heavy bottomed skillet at medium setting. It is ready for cooking when you can feel the heat while holding your palm 3 inches above the skillet.
    • On a work surface dusted with flour, cut dough into 6 pieces and roll them into balls. Roll each ball into a circle or oval disc that is about ¼ inch for thick flatbreads. Dredge the dough in flour as needed, but keep it minimal.
    • Place flatbread on the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until you see few bubbles. Flip it over and apply ¼ teaspoon olive oil. Then cook the other side for 2 to 3 minutes, flip it and apply ¼ teaspoon olive oil.
      Tip: Cooked flatbreads will have golden brown spots on both sides.
    • Transfer breads to a container lined with kitchen towel and wrap them to preserve moisture and keep them soft.



    Thin Flatbread

    • Divide the dough into 8 portions. Roll the dough to ⅛ inch thick and cook as above.

    Naan Style

    • Roll the dough to ¼ inch thickness and sprinkle sesame or black seeds and chopped cilantro. Roll it once more to press it in. Cook on both sides 2 to 3 minutes. Brush with a mixture of melted butter and grated garlic.

    Notes

    1. Cook the flatbreads at medium heat. High heat will burn the surface, while leaving the center undercooked.
    2. Storage: Dough keeps well in the refrigerator for about 3 days. Cooked flatbreads keep well at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. Store leftovers wrapped in paper towels and packed in ziplock bags. Use parchment paper in between flatbreads and freeze them.
    3. Gluten free flour: You may need to adjust amount of flour. The texture may be a bit different.
    4. Dairy free/Vegan: Use coconut yogurt. Skip butter and use olive oil or coconut oil.
    5. All purpose flour can be used instead of bread flour.
    6. Atta (durum wheat flour) is available at Indian stores and online.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Susan

      May 15, 2021 at 7:30 pm

      Can you use Greek yogurt, or does it have to be regular? I find it hard to find non flavored/plain yogurt that is not Greek. I want to try this soon and I will let you know.

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 29, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        I prefer regular plain yogurt.

        Reply
    2. Sara Welch

      May 22, 2020 at 6:49 pm

      Enjoyed this bread with some gyros for dinner last night and it was heavenly! Perfectly light and soft, and easy too!

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 23, 2020 at 1:56 am

        Oh wow, yummy!

        Reply
    3. Pam Greer

      May 22, 2020 at 6:06 pm

      This is the best skillet flatbread recipe!! It comes out perfect every time and we serve them with everything!

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 23, 2020 at 1:55 am

        So happy. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
    4. Tara

      May 22, 2020 at 6:05 pm

      Love flatbread! These look incredible and sound absolutely perfect paired with the braised lamb shanks.

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 23, 2020 at 1:55 am

        Yes thats a perfect combo :)

        Reply
    5. Adrianne

      May 22, 2020 at 5:58 pm

      I like the sound of these with the spicy tuna salad! They look so good and so handy for serving with so many things. Great recipe that I am sure tastes as good as they look!

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 23, 2020 at 1:54 am

        Thanks

        Reply
    6. Andrea Metlika

      May 22, 2020 at 5:42 pm

      Wow, this is so easy to make. I'm making these for my family right away.

      Reply
      • Roxana Begum

        May 23, 2020 at 1:54 am

        Enjoy!

        Reply

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