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Cast iron is a timeless and long-lasting piece of cookware that any home cook will appreciate unwrapping to add to their collection. It is tough, durable, and versatile.
When it comes to cast iron cookware, Amazon has heaps of options to choose from, which is why we took a moment to gather 11 bestselling pieces together in one place to help you out. Not only that, but they’re all under $50, too. Check out skillets, Dutch ovens, griddles, and more from popular brands, including Lodge, Cuisinart, and Utopia.
The Lodge 10.25-inch skillet is the No. 1 bestseller in skillets at Amazon, raking in over 86,100 five-star ratings. This cast iron skillet is a classic and a must-have for every kitchen. It is our overall favorite skillet, too, outperforming the other 18 cast iron pans we tested for its even browning, heat distribution, and searing. It is the perfect size to make one-dish skillet meals or sear a steak for up to two people. You can also buy it with the silicone hot handle holder, which we found helpful when picking it up and turning cornbread during our tests. Best of all, it’s currently on sale for 42% off. It’s a popular item, so grab one now, as they won’t last long.
A 6.5-inch fry pan is the ideal size to whip up a quick breakfast sandwich, a grilled cheese, or a skillet cookie. This Utopia fry pan is the perfect pick since it’s on sale right now for 40% off — the lowest price in 30 days. It is the No. 1 bestseller in chef’s pans, too. It has a dual-pouring spout for easy pouring off any excess juices or liquids and an extra long handle that has a hole so you can easily hang it up. This pan can handle up to 500℉ and can be used in the oven, on the stovetop, on an outside grill, or campfire. While other colors are also on sale, including teal and red, grab the black for the highest discount and a classic look.
Bake up some of your favorite bread or simmer up a batch of soup in this 3-quart cast iron Dutch oven by Cuisinel. This pan has a unique lid that has pea-sized bumps on the inside that help provide constant basting, which keeps food moist and tender. It has two helper handles on the base, allowing for easier maneuvering, and comes with two heat-resistant silicone handle holders that provide a secure and non-slip grip. It is safe to use in the oven, stovetop, grill, or campfire for up to 400℉. Cleanup is a breeze, especially since a handy pan scraper is also included to tackle any debris left.
When you need to make a meal to feed up to six people, you’ll want to have this 15-inch cast iron skillet on hand. This pan is pre-seasoned and ready to go. Use it for everything like searing up pork chops, to frying up a batch of chicken, to a big batch of apple crisp. It has a helper handle and a long handle to help with maneuvering, which is key for a larger pan. Plus it comes with two pour spouts for easier, fuss-free draining.
This Lodge reversible grill/griddle is the No. 1 bestseller in griddles, and it is highly discounted at 41% off right now. It is multifunctional too. There’s a smooth side for searing, browning, and crisping (think grilled cheese, pancakes, eggs, stir-fried vegetables). Flip it over and you’ll find a ribbed side for grilling up some burgers, chicken, salmon, or steak. It measures 16.75 by 9.5 inches and will sit across two burners on the stovetop when in use. Like other cast iron cookware from this brand, it can also be used in the oven, grill, or campfire and can withstand heat up to 500℉.
This three-piece skillet set by Utopia Kitchen is the perfect holiday gift to give to someone who needs a starter or replacement set. It includes a 6-, 8-, and 10-inch frying pan, which are all pre-seasoned and ready to use. Each pan has dual pour spouts for easy removal of any excess liquids and a hole in the handle for hanging up on a hook in the kitchen. They are compatible with many stovetops, including gas, electric, induction, and ceramic. With a well-rounded set like this, you’ll be able to make everything from an individual cookie skillet to a serving of skillet-fried chicken for the family in no time.
It’s no surprise our favorite best value grill pan is a shopper's favorite with over 23,700 perfect ratings and the No. 1 bestseller in grill pans on Amazon, too. This pan performs incredibly well, providing excellent grill marks during our tests. We loved how evenly it heats and how much the sloped sides of this pan help to cook delicate ingredients, like zucchini slices. You can use it at home on any stovetop, the oven, the grill, or the campfire. And right now, it’s on sale for only $22.
Cuisinart Chef’s smaller version, the 3-quart, of our favorite best-value Dutch oven, is discounted by 36% off. During our tests, we loved how well it cooked everything, including finicky rice. It’s made of cast iron that has a porcelain enameled exterior and interior which provides protection from rust and doesn’t require seasoning like uncoated cast iron does. It is compatible to use on any stovetop, oven, or broiler and is dishwasher safe. Cuisinart Chef’s Dutch ovens are already less expensive, and at $45 for the 3-quart, this would be a great deal to put in your shopping cart and wrap up for a gift. Select the red for the highest discount, though the blue is on sale, too.
Grab this 12-inch cast iron skillet by Lodge while it’s 40% off. A larger version of our favorite skillet, this pan will provide the same high-performance level that Lodge cast iron pans have been doing for years. It holds 15,400 perfect ratings of its own, making it another clear bestseller from Amazon. From even heat distribution, to the assist handle, to the dual pour spouts, it has the same features we have come to trust and rely on. This pan comes with a silicone hot handle holder that provides you with a secure, firm, heat-resistant grip when carrying or maneuvering it.
The 12-inch fry pan by Utopia is a shopper favorite with over 18,000 five-star ratings, with shoppers saying that it is top-notch and cooks food thoroughly and evenly. Like the 6.5-inch fry pan from the brand (another bestseller), this has dual pour spouts, a long handle with a hole for easy hanging, and an assist handle. Whip up a breakfast or a whole dinner that will serve up to four people with this reliable skillet. It’s also on sale — snag it in black for the highest discount, or choose green for a lower one.
This 10.5-inch round-shaped griddle is ideal for cooking up a breakfast of pancakes and bacon, cooking homemade flatbreads, or warming up tortillas. Plus, you can snatch one up for only $20 while it's on sale for 39% off. It comes pre-seasoned and has gently sloped low sides making it easy to flip or saute ingredients. It’s a clear shopper’s favorite since it has scored over 32,400 perfect five-star ratings. Shoppers say that this is “the pan you didn’t know you needed” and it is “awesome for grilling sandwiches and making pancakes.”
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