Lodge Chef Collection Cast Iron Square Grill Pan 11 Inch
- 11 inch square ridged cooking surface
- Pre-seasoned cast iron, cast iron handles
- 500 degrees F max, oven safe
- Gas and smooth-surface induction compatible
- 3.19 kg weight
- Hand wash only
- Indoor stove or outdoor use
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pre-seasoned cast iron grill pan that puts sear marks on steak and vegetables on the stove, in the oven or outdoors. It is heavy and needs hand washing.
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ASIN: B07Z6T9N65Category: Grill Pans
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Overview
A stovetop kitchen with no outdoor grill is where this Lodge pan earns its place. Raised ridges on the cast iron surface press deep sear marks into food, and the pre-seasoned finish means it goes straight onto the burner.
Cast iron and a ridged surface give grill-style marks indoors, and the pan moves from burner to oven to an outdoor fire. Weight and hand-only cleaning are the limits, and ridges take more scrubbing than a flat skillet.
Who it's for
Apartment and condo cooks get indoor grilling on gas or induction, then the same pan on a patio or campfire. Cooks with wrist strain or a habit of loading everything in the dishwasher should choose something lighter.
Pros and cons
- Ridges create deep sear marks
- Pre-seasoned out of the box
- Works on gas and smooth induction
- Oven safe at high heat
- Heavy to lift when full
- Hand wash only
- Ridges harder to clean than flat pans
- Depth and handle dimensions not listed
Performance notes
Cast iron stores heat, so once preheated the ridges hold temperature when cold food lands on them and brand the surface. Fat drains into the channels between ridges instead of pooling under the food. Seasoning governs release, and it builds or wears depending on how the pan is cleaned and oiled.
Specifications
| Brand | Lodge |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7.03 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Temperature | 500 degrees F |
| Capacity | 5 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Coating Description | Pre-seasoned |
| Material Type | Cast Iron |
| Handle Material | Cast Iron |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Gas, Smooth Surface Induction |
| Other details | |
| Cooking surface | 11 inches |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Additional Features | Oven Safe, Indoor Grilling |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lodge Chef Collection grill pan a flat skillet or griddle?
No. The surface is ridged to create sear marks, so it does not give the flat contact a skillet or griddle gives for eggs or pancakes.
Can the Lodge LC11SGP go in the dishwasher?
No. Care is listed as hand wash only.
Does the Lodge square grill pan work on a glass electric cooktop?
Smooth surface induction and gas are listed. Other smooth electric tops are not named in the listing.
Does the Lodge Chef Collection grill pan need seasoning before first use?
It comes pre-seasoned according to the listing.