So many of you have asked for advice on which oven-proof pan to buy for one pot meals, I thought Iโd put some favourites to the test โ here are the results!
You know Iโm a fan of one pan recipe, and many of my midweek meals are all thrown together in one trusty pot.
Working with the right pan can make such a huge difference to the results, so I thought Iโd test some out for you to find the best buy (and I needed a new one too!).
It has been surprisingly difficult to find the right pan that does it all. For example, some great pans are then let down by having a lid that isnโt oven-safe or isnโt very non-stick.
Also, itโs worth noting that during the process of testing the pans, many prices went from being under ยฃ60 to closer to ยฃ100!
One-Pan Pan Reviews
โญ๏ธ Top Pick for Value and Featuresโญ๏ธ
Masterclass Shallow Casserole Dish
PROS:This pan is a great size and goes everything really well. It ticks all the boxes of features Iโm looking for and nothing seems to sticks at all. Itโs also AMAZING value for money at about ยฃ40. It has a self-basting lid which keeps food nice and moist, which is a bonus. Itโs OK for induction hobs too. CONS: Someone did tell me that this dish scratched her hob, and while I didnโt experience this issue, itโs worth noting and taking care. ROUND-UP:Oven safe โ Grill safe โ Dishwasher safe โ Non-stick โ Under ยฃ60 โ Induction hob โ
Pros: This pan holds the heat really well and seems to cook incredibly fast. Nothing sticks, so if you can find it at a good price point, itโs a good buy.Cons: I paid ยฃ50.99 for this but the cost has now skyrocketed and is currently (Nov 2022) nearer ยฃ80! It does feel very big and there isnโt a smaller version with two handles. ROUND-UP:Oven safe โ Grill safe โ Dishwasher safe โ Non-stick โ Under ยฃ60 โInduction hob โ
Pros: Itโs very light to handle and has a very good non-stick surface. It also washed really easily and is induction-hob friendly. I paid ยฃ43.99, which was the more affordable end of the scale compared to some of the pans I tested.Cons: While it is light, it perhaps feels a little cheap and not overly sturdy. The lid also felt a little clumsy as the seal isnโt as tight as others I tried out. Itโs also only oven-safe without the lid! (I only worked this out hidden in the instructions or I wouldn't have tested it). I donโt think this is a long-lasting pan.ROUND-UP:Oven safe โก๏ธ YES, but only without the lidGrill safe โ Dishwasher safe โ Non-stick โ Under ยฃ60 โ Induction hob โ
Pros:This had a well-fitting lid and sturdy handles. Itโs also safe for induction hobs, oven and dishwasher and, while it doesnโt specify it's grill-safe, it does say heatproof, so you can make your own judgement! I really liked this pan but there was a cheaper option with enough of the same features to push this down my rankings slightly.Cons: This was slightly smaller than the others but was still an easy manageable size and suitable for a family of 3-4, but no more. (It does have a bigger version but it doesnโt have two handles.) Itโs also more costly at the moment than the price cap I set myself. Also, it has already scratched which has pushed this further down my rankings.ROUND-UP:Oven safe โ Grill safe โก๏ธ Not specified but as they are metal, I have used under the grill. Use your own judgement!Dishwasher safe โก๏ธ Dishwasher safe, but hand wash recommended to prolong the life of the product.Non-stick โ Under ยฃ60 โInduction hob โ
Pros: I am including this because people ask me about mine, which Iโve had for about 15 years. It looks beautiful and will last a lifetime. You can see from the photos above that it has a little staining but even after all this time is still going strong.Cons: Itโs SO expensive and the non-stick can be tricky to use. Itโs also very heavy, hard to handle and is a little style-over-function. ROUND-UP:Oven safe โ Grill safe โ Dishwasher safe โ Non-stick โUnder ยฃ60 โInduction hob โ
Pros: As a direct comparison, this inspired-by-Le-Creuset dish also looks beautiful. Itโs nice to use and is a very sturdy pan.Cons: It can be quite difficult to clean, isnโt non-stick and is quite heavy to lift. It goes in and out of stock, so isnโt always available unfortunately. Also, mine has a couple of little chips on the outside after using it for only 6 months. ROUND-UP:Oven safe โ Grill safe โ Dishwasher safe โNon-stick โUnder ยฃ60 โ Induction hob โ
All information above was correct at the time of publication, but please check and verify before purchasing or using as information and products can regularly change.
I hope this guide is useful. Let me know if youโd like me to test any other kitchen favourites!
This post was originally published on November 8, 2022 and updated later to make improvements.
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Hi Sarah
Thanks for your recommendations for the one pan pots ! Iโve been after one for ages but couldnโt make my mind up which one to get.
Gone with the masterclass one !
Love all your recipes, especially your pulled pork
So please keep up the great work!
Lots of love
Bella
Hi, thanks for doing this. I bought the masterclass from Amazon and itโs amazing!
Just a warning though the handles get extremely hot even when using on the hob, I have caught myself a few times now!
Hi, thank you for this fab review. Iโm always overwhelmed researching new kitchen things and this is a great help. What size do you use in the Master Class option?
Denby does a cast iron version and Tesco Clubcard vouchers can be exchanged for triple value at Denby, so the Le Creuset equivalent will cost only ยฃ50 in Tesco vouchers ๐๐ผ
Hi Sarah
Thanks for your recommendations for the one pan pots ! Iโve been after one for ages but couldnโt make my mind up which one to get.
Gone with the masterclass one !
Love all your recipes, especially your pulled pork
So please keep up the great work!
Lots of love
Bella
Hi please can you tell me if you will be adding more vegan
Hi, thanks for doing this. I bought the masterclass from Amazon and itโs amazing!
Just a warning though the handles get extremely hot even when using on the hob, I have caught myself a few times now!
Great review, I did notice that The Jamie Oliver Tefal one is now ยฃ111 May 2023
Hi, thank you for this fab review. Iโm always overwhelmed researching new kitchen things and this is a great help. What size do you use in the Master Class option?
Itโs the one linked Cath ๐
Denby does a cast iron version and Tesco Clubcard vouchers can be exchanged for triple value at Denby, so the Le Creuset equivalent will cost only ยฃ50 in Tesco vouchers ๐๐ผ
Great review! I have always used the Jamie Tefal range and they are amazing!
Fab review, I came here looking to see if youโd got some recommended one pot pans, so this was perfect. Thanks!