Circulon A1 Series Dutch Oven with Lid 5 Qt
- 5 quart capacity
- ScratchDefense nonstick, inside and out
- Induction-ready steel base, aluminum core
- Oven safe to 400F, lid to 350F
- Dishwasher safe
- Tempered glass lid, stainless and silicone handles
- 2.9 pounds, lifetime limited warranty
Updated 24 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light nonstick Dutch oven that tolerates scraping, the dishwasher and induction cooktops for everyday soups and stews. It cannot take the high oven heat of cast iron, and the lid limit is lower still.
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ASIN: B0GKJYKBMRModel: A1 SeriesCategory: Dutch Ovens
Overview
Simmering chili, soups or pasta sauce without scrubbing a stuck pot is the point of the Circulon Dutch oven. A hard ScratchDefense nonstick coats the inside and outside, an aluminum core heats quickly, and a steel base works on induction.
A nonstick built to resist scratching means less worry about spoons and easier cleanup, even in the dishwasher. It is much lighter than cast iron. The oven limit is modest, so it is not for very hot bread baking.
Who it's for
Families cooking soups, stews and pasta on any cooktop will like the quick cleanup. Bread bakers and anyone wanting cast iron heat retention should look at a heavier pot.
Pros and cons
- Scratch resistant nonstick
- Light for a Dutch oven
- Works on induction
- Truly dishwasher safe
- Moderate oven limit
- Lid limited to lower heat
- Holds less heat than cast iron
Performance notes
The aluminum core spreads heat fast and the thick steel base adds stability and induction compatibility. The nonstick surface releases food with little oil, and the glass lid traps moisture during simmering.
Specifications
| Brand | Circulon |
|---|---|
| Model | A1 Series |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.9 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 5 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum core, stainless steel base |
| Lid Material | Tempered glass |
| Handle material | Cast stainless steel and silicone |
| Color | Graphite |
| Coating description | ScratchDefense nonstick, interior and exterior |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Cooktop compatibility | All cooktops including induction |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime Limited |
| Other details | |
| Oven safe | 400 F, lid to 350 F |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
Frequently asked questions
Can I use metal utensils in the Circulon A1 Dutch oven?
Circulon says the nonstick is engineered not to scratch and was tested to more than 350,000 scrapes in a metal utensil test.
Does the Circulon A1 Dutch oven work on induction?
Yes. It has an induction-suitable steel base.
How hot can the Circulon A1 go in the oven?
The pot is oven safe to 400F and the lid to 350F.
Is the Circulon A1 Dutch oven dishwasher safe?
Yes, per the listing.