Lodge Cast Iron Square Grill Pan

The Lodge Cast Iron Square Grill Pan is a workhorse kitchen tool built for cooks who want the smoky, char-marked results of outdoor grilling without ever stepping outside. Cast from a single piece of iron in the USA, this square skillet features raised ridges across its cooking surface that lift food up out of rendered fats and juices, allowing heat to sear deep grill marks into steaks, chicken breasts, burgers, and vegetables alike. The squared shape offers more usable surface area than a traditional round skillet, making it easier to fit multiple portions or larger cuts of meat in a single batch, whether you're searing a few pork chops or laying out a row of asparagus spears. Like all Lodge cookware, this grill pan arrives pre-seasoned with vegetable oil, so it's ready to use right out of the box while still benefiting from a lifetime of seasoning that only improves with regular use. The naturally nonstick surface that develops over time reduces the need for excess butter or oil, and the pan's heavy cast iron construction retains heat exceptionally well, letting it reach and hold the high temperatures necessary for a proper sear.

A helper handle on the opposite side of the main handle makes it easier to maneuver the pan safely, especially when it's loaded with food or transitioning from stovetop to oven, since this piece is fully oven-safe and can handle broiler heat as well as open flame, electric coils, and induction cooktops. Beyond its cooking performance, this grill pan is prized for its durability and versatility across cooking methods, standing up to campfires, grills, and stovetops with equal ease. The ridged design also helps drain away excess grease, resulting in leaner, healthier meals without sacrificing flavor or that coveted charred crust. Cleanup follows the same simple rules as any Lodge cast iron piece: avoid soap, scrub with hot water and a stiff brush, dry thoroughly, and apply a light coat of oil to maintain the seasoning. With proper care, this square grill pan is the kind of cookware that can be passed down through generations, becoming more seasoned, more nonstick, and more valuable with every meal cooked on its ridged iron surface.

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