Pans Recommended By Chefs

Pans recommended by chefs are chosen for their versatility and reliability in the kitchen, making them trusted tools for both home cooks and professionals. Whether you’re searing, sautéing, or simmering, these pans deliver consistent results and help bring out the best in every recipe. Explore a selection designed to meet the demands of everyday cooking and elevate your culinary experience.

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  • Hestan Provisions Roasting Pan with Stainless Steel Rack
    $159.95
    (603)

    Best Mixing Bowls...I love my mixing bowls. I wish I had bought the 4 piece set. It's sturdy and will last a lifetime....Great for easy pouring....Best Cookware Ever!!...Hestan is the best set of cookware I have ever bought. Love it and enjoy it so much....

    Pros: versatility, easy cleanup, durable

  • Staub Heritage All-Day Pan with Domed Glass Lid, 3.5 qt.
    $329.95
    (599)

    THIS HAS BEEN ONE OF THE BEST PURCHASED. LOVE THIS PAN....COOKS GREAT, AND CAN USE ON THE STOVE OR IN THE OVEN. ITS EASY TO CLEAN. LOVE THIS PAN....Best braiser...Love my new braiser. Perfect size for a wide variety of recipes....
    Cast iron by Staub is...

    Pros: versatility, durable, glass lid

  • Hestan NanoBond Titanium Stainless Steel Skillets
    $449.95
    (550)

    The best cookware ever!!!...I love this cookware. It is the best I have ever had. First, it's beautiful....Second, it cooks great and is easy to cook with. Third, clean up is a breeze. I love it!!!...Hestan is the best in cookware...Love this pan and...

    Pros: easy to clean, durable, quality

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Skillet with Lid
    $199.95
    (409)

    Love my AllClad...AllClad cookware is the best for cooking on my Wolf induction stove. Manufactured in the USA....Can't best that combination in a quality product....Love these pans. They cook evenly, are beautiful and are easy to clean

    Pros: easy to clean, quality, versatility

  • Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 17-Piece Cookware Set
    $329.95
    (373)

    I absolutely love my pans. They are great, clean easily, heat evenly ??????...I have had several different pans over the last 30 years and these are the BEST!!! Thank you Santa...For the money, this is the best cookware I have ever used and, in this...

    Pros: easy to clean, quality, oven safe

  • Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Stainless Steel 17-Piece Cookware Set
    $309.95
    (266)

    Ideal for upgrading your current cookware collection or putting together a brand-new kitchen, this elegant 17-piece set is built to stand up to everyday use. These pans are perfect for dinners with friends, making it easy to create delicious homemade...

    Pros: durable, complete set, stainless steel

  • Staub Perfect Pan, 4.5 qt.
    $199.96
    (247)

    Quickly came to realize this pan is a great braiser, roaster, deep fryer, and fry pan....Love the rack that fits on one side of the pan to drain deep fried foods....Perfect for Super Bowl Sunday gatherings and the best pan for homemade donuts!...Love...

    Pros: versatility, color, easy to clean

  • Staub Skillet, 10"
    $199.95
    (153)

    Great pan!...Love how well this holds up. Customer service is the best...Great frying pan...The best frying pan. Easy to clean. Holds desired heat wonderfully. Great color as well!!

    Pros: versatility, easy to clean, durability

  • All-Clad Copper Core Saucepans
    $229.96
    (147)

    Great pan...Love it! The best pan I ever had....Love this pan! Great weight, easy to clean, very fast cooking with copper core.

    Pros: durable, easy to clean, aesthetic

  • All-Clad D5 Brushed Stainless Steel Saucepans
    $219.95
    (141)

    Love it!...Best cookware, hands down. USA made is a big plus!...Best pan...The best pan !!!

    Pros: durable, quality, size

  • All-Clad Copper Core 10-Piece Cookware Set
    $1599.95
    (131)

    Awesome Pots and Pans, best hardware and looks great....Best Pans EVER!!...Absolutely love my new pans!!!

    Pros: durable, even cooking, quality

  • Lodge Chef Collection Cast Iron Skillet
    $49.95
    (114)

    LOVE this! LOVE everything Lodge! Great cookware!...Lodge is the best! It will last generations.

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, durable

  • All-Clad Copper Core Skillets
    $299.95
    (108)

    The best All-clad frying pan ever!...I love, love, love it!! From cook top to oven, a breeze to clean....I LOVE this pan!...I've since bought another pan (All in One Pan and love that one too.

    Pros: durable, quality, high quality

  • Hestan NanoBond Titanium Essential Pan
    $399.96
    (107)

    Best all around pan...The best pans ever

    Pros: durable, versatility, easy cleanup

  • Demeyere Industry5 Stainless Steel Skillets
    $99.96
    (99)

    Best pan we have ever owned!...Great versatile pan. Cleans easy, and cooks to my satisfaction.

    Pros: easy to clean, durable, 5-ply construction

  • Scanpan ES5 Skillets, Set of 2, 8" and 9.5"
    $124.96
    (96)

    ONLY AT SLT A versatile addition to any kitchen, these nonstick skillets are perfect for searing steaks, sautéing veggies, pan-frying potatoes and more. Scanpan’s industry-leading nonstick surface makes it easy to cook low-fat meals without...

    Pros: non-stick, easy to clean, durable

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Nonstick Skillets
    $159.95
    (92)

    Its the best!...The Best!...This is one of the best pans I have ever used! It's super cute (love the size!...I plan on getting more All-Clad products, I'm in love!

    Pros: easy to clean, non-stick, quality

  • Staub Traditional Skillet, 11"
    $279.95
    (90)

    The best everyday pan...I use this everyday and absolutely love cooking with it....s is heavy but the best skillet I?ve ever had! I chose blue and the color is rich and beautiful....I love all of my staub.

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, durable

  • Hestan NanoBond Titanium Sauté Pans
    $469.95
    (83)

    Best-in-Class...This is the best sauté pan I've ever used. Great heat retention and distribution. Easy to clean....Best pan ever!!

    Pros: durable, easy to clean, versatility

  • Staub Cast Iron Skillet, 12"
    $249.95
    (80)

    This pan is the best! Some reviews say that food sticks. Not true. Worth the price!...Love using for blackened salmon which needs an extremely hot surface in order to achieve the best results

    Pros: versatility, easy to clean, size

  • All-Clad Essentials Nonstick 2-Piece Skillet Set, 8.5" & 10.5"
    $79.95
    (79)

    These pans are great and match an All Clad set we already have!...Great price, arrived quickly and best pans ever!...Best Searing Skillets...Great skillets for cooking almost everything. Best for searing meats. They're also easy to clean.

    Pros: easy to clean, non-stick, nonstick

  • Demeyere Industry5 Stainless Steel Essential Pan, 3.5 Qt.
    $199.96
    (78)

    Best ever...Love it! So much I decided to buy the set....The best!...Used for mac and cheese and it was great....It is big but honestly I love it anyways.

    Pros: versatility, quality, heat retention

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Weeknight Pan
    $199.95
    (74)

    The best...I use it constantly, and love its large capacity and great design....All Clad is, hands down, the best cookware available - a little pricey perhaps - but definitely the best

    Pros: versatility, durable, size

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Covered Sauté Pan
    $249.95
    (71)

    Perfect for sautéing or searing a wide variety of meats and vegetables, and creating one-pot meals, this sturdy sauté pan features a large surface area with tall, straight sides that hold in juices and allow for easy turning. Ideal for a wide...

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, even cooking

Pans Recommended By Chefs

When it comes to pans recommended by chefs, the selection often reflects years of experience, countless hours in the kitchen, and a deep appreciation for cookware that performs consistently under pressure. Professional chefs gravitate toward pans that deliver on durability, heat distribution, and versatility. Stainless steel pans are a staple in both restaurant and home kitchens for good reason. Their multi-layered construction—often combining stainless steel with an aluminum or copper core—ensures even heating and reliable results, whether you’re searing scallops, simmering a pan sauce, or deglazing after roasting meats. Unlike some other materials, stainless steel won’t react with acidic ingredients like tomatoes or wine, so your flavors stay true and your cookware stays pristine. Many home cooks researching the best stainless steel pan review or best frying pan review quickly discover that chef-recommended options are designed to last for years, making them a smart investment for anyone who loves to cook.

Cast iron is another favorite among chefs, renowned for its exceptional heat retention and ability to develop a natural nonstick surface with proper seasoning. These pans are made for high-heat cooking—think perfectly crisped chicken skin or a deeply caramelized steak. Enameled cast iron offers the same heat retention with the bonus of easy cleaning and no need for seasoning, making it a fantastic choice for slow-cooked stews or braises. Carbon steel pans, beloved in professional kitchens for their responsiveness and lighter weight, are perfect for quick sautés and stir-fries. Copper pans, while requiring a bit more care, offer unmatched precision and control, making them ideal for delicate sauces or confections. As summer unfolds and fresh produce fills the markets, chef-recommended pans shine for everything from blistering green beans to crafting a golden frittata for brunch on the patio. These pans aren’t just tools; they’re trusted companions that help bring out the best in seasonal ingredients.

Choosing a pan that chefs recommend is about more than just following culinary trends—it’s about selecting cookware that suits your style, fits your kitchen, and inspires you to try new techniques. Whether you’re shopping for yourself, outfitting a new kitchen, or searching for a thoughtful housewarming or wedding gift, chef-recommended pans are a timeless choice that will be appreciated for years to come. They’re a favorite among passionate home cooks and professionals alike, and they consistently earn top marks in the best frypan nz and best frying pan uk rankings for their performance and reliability. If you’re interested in learning more about the types of pans chefs reach for day after day, our comprehensive collection of Pans Used By Chefs offers a closer look at the cookware that sets the standard in kitchens everywhere. Whether you’re flipping pancakes on a lazy Sunday morning or mastering the art of pan-seared fish, the right pan can make all the difference—turning everyday meals into memorable moments.

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