Lodge Cast Iron 17" Skillet #L17SK3 Pre-Seasoned

The Biggest Skillet Lodge Makes - Feed an Army!

The Lodge 17-Inch Cast Iron Skillet is the largest skillet in Lodge's entire lineup, and it's built for one purpose: feeding a crowd! With a massive 17-inch cooking surface, this jumbo skillet can handle breakfast for 20, dinner for a scout troop, or any cooking challenge where you need maximum capacity. If you've ever thought "I wish my skillet was bigger," this is your answer.

Massive Cooking Capacity

The 17-inch diameter provides an enormous cooking surface that dwarfs standard skillets. You can literally cook an entire meal for a large group in one pan:

• Fry 2 dozen eggs at once for breakfast service
• Cook 12-15 pork chops or chicken breasts simultaneously
• Prepare fajitas for 15-20 people in one batch
• Bake a giant skillet cookie or cornbread for a crowd
• Fry multiple batches of fish or chicken without crowding
• Make pancakes for the whole scout troop at once
• Feed a platoon, company, or regiment with ease

Built for Large Gatherings

This isn't a skillet for everyday cooking—it's a specialty tool for when you need to feed a crowd. Perfect for:

• Scout Troops & Jamborees: Feed the whole troop breakfast or dinner in one pan
• Family Reunions: Cook for 20+ family members without multiple batches
• Church & Community Events: Prepare meals for large gatherings and fundraisers
• Tailgating Parties: Be the hero with enough food for everyone
• Camping Groups: One skillet feeds the entire campsite
• Outdoor Festivals: Commercial-scale cooking for events and vendors
• Catering & Food Service: Professional capacity for commercial kitchens
• Competitive Cooking: Stand out at cook-offs and competitions

Dual Handle Design for Safe Handling

At 15 pounds (empty!), this skillet is substantial. That's why Lodge designed it with two handles—one main handle and one assist handle positioned opposite each other. This dual-handle configuration gives you secure, balanced control when lifting, moving, or pouring from this massive pan. Always use both hands and both handles for safe handling.

What You Can Cook

Breakfast for a Crowd: 20+ eggs, 2 pounds of bacon, hash browns for everyone, pancakes for the whole group
Dinner Service: 12-15 pork chops, whole cut-up chickens, multiple steaks, fish fry for 20
One-Pan Feasts: Fajitas for 20, paella for a party, jambalaya for a crowd, stir-fry for everyone
Baking: Giant 17-inch cornbread, massive skillet cookie, fruit cobbler for 20
Frying: Multiple batches of fried chicken, fish fry, donuts for a crowd
Outdoor Cooking: Campfire feasts, grill cooking, tailgate meals

Superior Cast Iron Performance at Maximum Scale

Cast iron's legendary heat retention and even distribution work even better at this size. The massive, thick construction provides exceptional heat retention—once heated, this skillet stays hot and cooks evenly across the entire 17-inch surface. No hot spots, no cold zones, just consistent cooking performance from edge to edge.

Incredibly Versatile

Use this jumbo skillet on large commercial burners, outdoor grills, over campfires, or even on two stovetop burners at once (though it works best on a single large burner or outdoor heat source). It's oven-safe to any temperature, making it perfect for finishing dishes or keeping food warm for serving.

Pre-Seasoned and Ready to Cook

Every Lodge skillet comes foundry seasoned with vegetable oil and baked at high temperature, creating a natural, easy-release cooking surface right out of the box. No chemical coatings, no PFAS, no PTFE—just pure cast iron and oil. Start cooking immediately and watch the seasoning improve with each use.

Trusted by Professionals

Everyone from Martha Stewart to competitive outdoor chefs considers Lodge cast iron skillets essential cooking tools. The 17-inch size is particularly beloved by scout leaders, caterers, outdoor cooking competitors, and anyone who regularly cooks for large groups. It's the ultimate "go big or go home" cooking tool.

Important Considerations

Size & Weight: This is a LARGE, HEAVY skillet. At 15 pounds empty (and much heavier when full of food), it requires strength and proper handling. Always use both handles and get help if needed.

Heat Source: Works best on large commercial burners, outdoor grills, or campfires. Can be used on two standard stovetop burners simultaneously, but performs best with a single large heat source.

Storage: Make sure you have adequate storage space—this skillet is 17 inches in diameter and needs room!

Built to Last Generations

Lodge doesn't just make cookware—they make heirlooms that bring people together for generations. With proper care, this 17-inch skillet will serve your large gatherings for decades, developing better seasoning and performance with each use. It's an investment in feeding crowds for years to come.

Product Specifications

• Cooking Surface: 17 inches diameter (largest Lodge makes!)
• Weight: 15 pounds (empty)
• Features: Pre-seasoned, dual handles (main handle + assist handle)
• Compatibility: Large commercial burners, outdoor grills, campfires, dual stovetop burners, oven-safe
• Capacity: Feeds 15-20+ people
• Care: Hand wash, dry thoroughly, apply light oil coating
• Best For: Large groups, scout troops, catering, events, outdoor cooking

About Lodge Manufacturing: As the only full line of American-made cast iron cookware, Lodge has been crafting quality cookware in Tennessee since 1896. Their commitment to even heating, natural easy-release finish, versatility, and durability remains unmatched after more than a century of production.

Jack's Country Store: We've proudly stocked Lodge Cast Iron for over 20 years and carry every piece currently offered, including this massive 17-inch skillet. Visit us in Ocean Park to see our extensive Lodge selection!

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