Cuisinart CI30-23 Chef's Classic Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan
- 9-1/4 inch square grill pan
- Enameled cast iron, cardinal red
- Stove, oven and broiler use
- Dishwasher safe per care instructions
- 15.94 x 10.19 x 3.42 inches overall, 5.4 lb
- Limited lifetime warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact enameled grill pan for searing indoors and serving at the table. The square surface is small, so larger meals need batches, and no maximum oven temperature is listed.
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ASIN: B0018AGJQAModel: CI30-23Category: Grill Pans
Overview
A small kitchen with no outdoor grill gets seared ridges on steaks from this Cuisinart Chef's Classic pan. Enameled cast iron holds heat on the burner, and the same pan goes into the oven or under the broiler, then to the table for serving.
Enameled cast iron is the reason to choose it: the heavy body holds heat for searing and the colored finish looks at home on the table. The pan is compact, so feeding a family means cooking in rounds.
Who it's for
Cooks in apartments or condos who sear a steak on the stovetop and finish it under the broiler will use its full range. Households feeding many people at once will be stuck cooking in rounds.
Pros and cons
- Goes from stove to oven to broiler
- Cast iron retains and spreads heat
- Enamel finish is dishwasher safe
- Colored finish doubles as serveware
- Compact surface limits batch size
- Maximum oven temperature not listed
- Cast iron is heavy to lift
Performance notes
Cast iron absorbs heat slowly and releases it steadily, so a full preheat decides how well the ridges mark the food. The enamel layer separates the iron from the food, so no seasoning layer builds up and acidic marinades do not touch bare metal.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | CI30-23 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 5.4 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 15.9 × 10.2 × 3.4 inches |
| Item diameter | 9.2 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Coating Description | Enameled |
| Material Type | Cast Iron |
| Color | Cardinal Red |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Shape | Square |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe, Oven Safe |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Cuisinart CI30-23CR grill pan need seasoning like bare cast iron?
The pan has an enameled finish over the cast iron, and the listing does not mention seasoning.
Does the Cuisinart CI30-23CR grill pan come with a lid?
The spec sheet names cast iron as a lid material, but no included components are listed and the product is sold as a grill pan, so confirm with the seller before counting on a lid.
What is the Cuisinart Chef's Classic grill pan meant to cook?
The description points to searing steaks, with the pan used on the stove, in the oven or under the broiler, then brought to the table.