Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven, 5 Qt.

The Le Creuset Signature Oval Dutch Oven, 5 Qt. is the everyday oval: long enough for a small chicken or a pork tenderloin, but compact enough for weeknight cooking.

The 11-inch oval interior lets longer cuts lie flat and brown evenly. It is cast in one piece and enameled inside and out, so it holds steady heat whether you are braising on the stove or roasting in the oven. The lid recirculates moisture, keeping meats tender through long cooking. The oval shape also works well for fish, gratins, and bread loaves that are longer than they are wide.

Available colors: White and Oyster. Choose your color from the options on this page; every color shares the same size, construction, and performance.

Specs & details:
- Capacity: 5 quarts (5 to 6 servings)
- Interior: 11.0" L x 8.7" W x 4.2" deep
- Exterior: 14.6" L x 9.3" W x 6.5" H
- Lid: a tight-fitting enameled cast iron lid that recirculates steam
- Oven-safe: up to 500°F
- Care: Dishwasher-safe; hand washing recommended
- Material: enameled cast iron, cast in one piece
- Cooktops: gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction
- Interior: light sand-colored enamel for easy monitoring
- Made in: France
- Warranty: Le Creuset limited lifetime warranty

Use it with: small whole chicken, pork tenderloin, fish, gratins, and oval bread loaves for five to six

It suits cooks who want oval-pot versatility without the bulk of the 6.75 Qt. If you mostly make soups, a round pot sits more evenly on a burner.

Because the enamel is fused to the cast iron, it needs no seasoning and will not react with acidic ingredients like tomatoes, wine, or citrus. Le Creuset cast iron is also the lightest per quart in the industry, which you will notice every time you lift a full pot.

Hand-selected by our Greenville team for cooks building a kitchen that works as hard as they do. Available for local pickup at our Buncombe Street shop.

Q: What size is the 5 Qt. Oval Dutch Oven?
A: It holds 5 quarts, which serves about 5 to 6 people. The interior measures 11.0" L x 8.7" W x 4.2" deep.

Q: Is it oven-safe?
A: Yes, it is oven-safe up to 500°F.

Q: Does it work on induction?
A: Yes. It works on gas, electric, ceramic, halogen, and induction cooktops.

Q: How do I clean it?
A: It is dishwasher-safe, but hand washing with warm, soapy water is recommended to keep the enamel looking its best.

Q: What colors are available?
A: This listing is offered in White and Oyster. Each color is the same pan; only the exterior enamel changes.

Q: Does the 5 Qt. oval fit a whole chicken?
A: It fits a small chicken of about 3 to 4 pounds. For larger birds, the 6.75 Qt. oval has more room.