Garlic Parmesan Skillet Rolls

Garlic Parmesan Rolls baked in a skillet are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside.
4.50 from 6 reviews

Garlic Parmesan Rolls baked in a skillet are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. These golden brown rolls are the perfect side dish to just about any meal and are ready to hit the table in just 30 minutes!

Dinner rolls made with garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese made from store bought rolls made in a cast iron skillet.
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Is there anything better than the beautiful smell of freshly baked bread? Maybe not. My family loves warm rolls, and then they’re made with garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and melted butter; they are turned into something irresistible.

You are going to love this Parmesan skillet rolls recipe, too. I make them with a store-bought shortcut of frozen dinner rolls. There’s very little prep since we are not making homemade dough with yeast and flour.

This effortless recipe is going to make you look like a rock star in the kitchen. All you do is thaw the dough, melt the butter, toss in the cheese and herbs, then bake. The result? Perfectly baked, buttery rolls that are soft, warm, and ready to devour!

Unbaked dinner rolls brushed with melted butter, herbs, garlic and Parmesan cheese to be baked in a cast iron skillet.

Ingredients Needed To Make These Buttery Rolls

  • Frozen Dinner Rolls – I use Rhodes.
  • Butter
  • Garlic Powder
  • Italian Herb Blend
  • Parmesan – grate the cheese yourself for the best flavor and texture.

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Tips For Making Garlic Parmesan Skillet Rolls

  • If you don’t have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a baking dish instead.
  • For softer rolls, cover the skillet with foil before baking.
  • Add some chopped parsley, rosemary, or thyme to the butter mixture for even more flavor.
  • These Garlic Parmesan Skillet Rolls can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
Dinner rolls made with garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese made from store bought rolls made in a cast iron skillet.

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Often Asked Questions And Answers

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of Parmesan cheese?

Yes, you sure can. Shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese would work well in this recipe.

Can I use minced powder instead of powdered garlic?

Yes, just know that minced garlic will give a more intense flavor.

Can I make this recipe vegan?

Yes, you can make this recipe vegan by using vegan butter and vegan Parmesan cheese.

What To Serve With Garlic Parmesan Rolls?

These rolls are one of my favorite things to serve for family dinners and a must for Sunday supper, Thanksgiving, and Christmas celebrations. Here are a few ways I like to serve them:

Dinner rolls made with garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese made from store bought rolls made in a cast iron skillet.
Dinner rolls made with garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese made from store bought rolls made in a cast iron skillet.

Garlic Parmesan Skillet Rolls

4.50 from 6 reviews
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 185kcal
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Garlic Parmesan Rolls baked in a skillet are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The golden brown rolls are the perfect side dish to just about any meal and are ready to hit the table in just 30 minutes!

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 frozen dinner rolls (I use Rhodes)
  • ½ stick butter – melted
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried italian herb blend
  • 3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt – optional

Instructions

  • Lightly butter the bottom of a cast iron skillet. Place dinner rolls in skillet. Let rolls thaw until doubled in size – according to package directions.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Melt butter in microwave safe dish. Once melted, add garlic, herbs and salt. Stir to combine. Brush butter mixture over rolls.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Take rolls out of oven and sprinkle on cheese. Return to oven and bake until done, approximately 5 more minutes.

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Notes

Tips: 
  • If you don’t have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a baking dish instead.
  • For softer rolls, cover the skillet with foil before baking.
  • Add some chopped parsley, rosemary, or thyme to the butter mixture for even more flavor.
  • These Garlic Parmesan Skillet Rolls can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
 
Nutritional values provided are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal · Carbohydrates: 30g · Protein: 6g · Fat: 5g

This post was originally published in March, 2015, and updated in May, 2023.

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  1. 5 stars
    These rolls look amazing. They’d be great with my authentic Italian meatball recipe! I’ll have to link to these rolls. Great job Donya.

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