I Was Never a Fan of Cast Iron, but This “Effortless” Skillet Blew Me Away

I typically order too much takeout for my own good, but nothing beats a warm home-cooked meal. Because of that, I’m always on the lookout for cookware and accessories that make meal prep quick, easy, and worth the effort. In the past, that meant cast iron was off the table. However, when I got the opportunity to try out Caraway’s new Enameled Cast Iron Skillet, it changed my mind about cast iron for good. And I’m not the only one: I let my mom borrow it, and she loved the skillet so much that she uploaded cooking videos to TikTok!

Best of all, Caraway’s Black Friday Sale is here and offering 20% off sitewide on cookware, food storage, and more, which means you can grab this skillet for less right now.

Available in six colors, Caraway’s 10.5” Enameled Cast Iron Skillet is the low-maintenance alternative for those who love cooking with cast iron, but don’t want to deal with the effort that goes into preparing and caring for it. Like a traditional cast-iron skillet, it’s weighty (5.8 pounds) and durable. However, what sets it apart is its three layers of nontoxic enamel that give it a sleek appearance, even heating, and versatility. Plus (and best of all, in my opinion), you don’t have to season it!

Other than being immediately stovetop ready, the Enameled Cast Iron Skillet is compatible with induction, gas, and electric cooktops, is oven safe up to 500°, and retains heat with ease. Additionally, because it’s nonstick, you only need a little oil or butter to cook efficiently. The skillet is also scratch-resistant, and thanks to its slick surface, it’s easy to clean, too. Designed to last for years and years, this skillet is covered with a lifetime warranty. Other offerings in Caraway’s Enameled Cast Iron collection include a Dutch oven, braiser, and grill pan. You can also purchase all four pieces in a convenient bundle.

My parents loved using cast-iron cookware in our kitchen when I was growing up, but now that I’m cooking a lot more often, I prefer the process to be as simple and straightforward as possible. That’s why the Enameled Cast Iron Skillet appealed to me right away. With it, I get the benefits of cooking with cast iron without the extra time needed to season the skillet before or after. In addition to becoming my family’s go-to for frying crispy bacon in the morning, we’ve cooked chicken and salmon, and even seared lamb to perfectly tender deliciousness.

Though the skillet comes in a variety of elegant and earthy colors, I went with cream, which sets a nice contrast against the dark surface of the cast-iron interior. Even with its upgraded appearance, the Caraway skillet carries the weight and quality you’d expect from a good piece of cast-iron cookware, and it’s not a pain to clean. That means I get to use mine multiple times a week without delay, which is a good thing since it lives on my stovetop!