Celebrate this tender side of fresh carrots.

A simple roasting process caramelizes these pan-roasted carrots while also retaining some toothsome texture.

Why Roast Carrots In A Skillet?

skillet-roasted carrots in a white skillet

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For the ultimate crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside texture, choose a cast-iron skillet for this cooking project.

The heat level in a cast-iron pan remains fairly constant.

This is deal for roasting foods like, carrots and other vegetables, that need some browning and caramelization.

Skillet-Roasted Carrots Ingredients

This recipe for skillet-roasted carrots packs serious flavor levels without an extensive ingredient list.

Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are browned in spots and tender-crisp, 6 to 8 minutes.

Add apple cider vinegar and honey to skillet.

Cook, stirring often, until liquid is syrupy and carrots are evenly coated, about 1 minute.

Remove from heat, and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.