There’s something incredibly satisfying about making your own bread from scratch—especially when it’s this simple. This skillet flatbread is soft, slightly chewy, and puffs beautifully, creating that classic pita-style pocket. Best of all, it requires basic pantry ingredients and no special equipment.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- ¾ to 1 cup warm water
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Activate & mix
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
- Add olive oil and warm water gradually.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
2. Knead the dough
- Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- If sticky, add a little flour; if dry, add a splash of water.
3. Let it rise
- Cover the dough and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. Divide & shape
- Punch down the dough.
- Divide into 6–8 equal balls.
- Roll each into a thin circle (about ¼ cm thick).
5. Cook on skillet
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place one flatbread in the pan.
- Cook for about 1–2 minutes until bubbles form and it puffs.
- Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
6. Keep soft
- Stack cooked flatbreads and cover with a clean towel to keep them soft.
🔥 Tips for Perfect Flatbread
- A hot skillet is key for puffing.
- Don’t roll too thick—thin dough = better pockets.
- Use a lid briefly while cooking to trap steam (helps puffing).
- Brush with butter or garlic oil after cooking for extra flavor.
🥙 How to Use
- Stuff with grilled chicken or veggies
- Serve with hummus or dips
- Make quick wraps or sandwiches
- Turn into mini pizzas
💡 Variations
- Whole wheat version: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour
- Garlic herb: Add dried herbs or minced garlic to dough
- No yeast option: Use baking powder + yogurt for a quicker version
⏱️ Quick No-Yeast Alternative (15 Minutes)
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup yogurt
Mix, knead briefly, roll, and cook the same way—no rising needed!