Don't Spend Hundreds on a Dutch Oven — These 10 Are All $80 or Less at Target

Shoppers plan to keep them “for a lifetime.”

As we enter cozy season, it’s time to get ready for an endless carousel of soups, stews, and roasts. In our humble opinion, few pieces of cookware, aside from the Dutch oven , can excel at all three tasks — and much more. The Dutch oven’s cast iron material provides even heat retention and distribution, while its tall sides can hold sourdough loaves or a whole lamb shoulder . Though some Dutch oven models can cost hundreds of dollars, these shopper-loved options at Target are only $80 or less, including a few from Lodge , an enameled Tramontina pick , a 7-quart Crock-Pot , and more.

The Best Dutch Ovens Under $80 at Target

• Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $80
• Lodge 5-Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $50
• Tramontina 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $80
• Crock-Pot 7-Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $80, originally $100
• Hearth & Hand With Magnolia 5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $50
• Lexi Home 5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven Braiser , $65
• Best Choice 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $55, originally $100
• Figmint 7-Quart Enameled Dutch Oven , $70
• Commercial Chef Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Dutch Oven , $52
• Spice by Tia Mowry 3.5-Quart Enameled Dutch Oven , $60, originally $70

Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$80

Lodge’s enameled cast iron Dutch oven is a tried-and-true workhorse in many of our editors’ home kitchens. Its wide bottom provides plenty of cooking surface and the enamel interior is easy to clean with soap and warm water. The royal blue color is lovely, too.

Lodge 5-Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$50

Named the best cast iron Dutch oven without an enameled interior during our tests, this $50 Lodge Dutch oven with a handled lid is durable and beautifully constructed. It can sear chicken thighs to a perfect golden brown, and over years of cooking, the patina on its cooking surface will only get better.

Tramontina 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$80

From the maker of one of our favorite nonstick frying pans , this affordable Tramontina Dutch oven is beautiful enough to keep on the stovetop. The enamel finish on the pot makes it hard to stain and the ergonomic handles provide a comfortable grip when carrying a heavy stew or roast. Plus, the self-braising ridges on the interior of the lid ensure your foods come out perfectly cooked.

Crock-Pot 7-Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$100

$80

This Dutch oven from Crock-Pot makes “the perfect loaf of bread” and is “very easy to clean,” according to shoppers. It has green ombre coloring on the exterior and, similarly to other Dutch ovens, can withstand oven temperatures of up to 500°F, making it ideal for baking up crusty sourdough loaves.

Hearth & Hand With Magnolia 5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$50

Hearth & Hand with Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia is a brand worth coveting . The beautifully designed pieces in this collection range from candelabras and throw blankets to cookware like this 5-quart Dutch oven is no exception. It comes in two neutral tones — cream and “pumpkin brown” — that complement any kitchen, especially during the fall season. One customer raved that “after searching high and low” for a good Dutch oven, this one delivers the “great quality” they were looking for.

Lexi Home 5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven Braiser

$65

Sometimes, tasks like cooking meatballs and shallow frying chicken call for a braiser, which has shorter sides and a wider bottom to promote even browning. This Lexi Home braiser is only $65 and has gently sloping sides that encourage moisture evaporation while delivering even heat to your food.

Best Choice 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$100

$55

Available in a slew of earthy tones like Cabernet Red and Mushroom Beige, this Best Choice Dutch oven has a heavy-duty design and large capacity for making family-sized meals. Instead of self-basting ridges inside the lid, this Dutch oven’s lid has little bumps across its surface to hold condensation and deliver it back to your brisket or chicken thighs . Grab it while it’s on sale for a whopping 45% off.

Figmint 7-Quart Enameled Dutch Oven

$70

Target’s own kitchenware brand, Figmint, has a design-forward enameled Dutch oven with clean lines and pastel colorways. The minimalist model is $70 and has “become a staple” with customers who know they’ll keep it “for a lifetime.”

Commercial Chef Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Dutch Oven

$52

This clever option has a lid that also doubles as a skillet. At only $52 for two cookware pieces, it’s a steal. The pot and lid also come pre-seasoned and ready to cook on.

Spice by Tia Mowry 3.5-Quart Enameled Dutch Oven

$70

$60

Tia Mowry’s Spice line at Target includes a Dutch oven with a patterned lid and easy-to-hold handles. Available in Teal and Honey Gold, the 3.5-quart capacity is slightly smaller, making it a good fit for apartment kitchens. Right now, you can save an extra $10 on this already affordable Dutch oven.

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