All-Clad Copper Core Sauté Pans, 5 qt.

A copper-core sauté pan is ideal when you want to brown or sear, then quickly transition to deglazing or finishing in liquid without switching cookware. The wide cooking surface supports strong browning, while the taller sides help keep splatter down and hold sauce as you simmer.

Tall, straight sides help keep juices in the pan and can reduce splattering when you’re sautéing or searing. They also give you more room to stir and turn ingredients with a spatula.

These sauté pans are a great match for everyday proteins and quick sauces, including chicken breasts and fish fillets. They also work well for sautéed vegetables and stovetop dishes that start with browning and finish with a simmer.

Copper is known for conducting heat efficiently, while stainless steel is valued for durability and easier maintenance. Together, the design is meant to support responsive stovetop cooking when you’re moving from searing to sauce building.

With stainless steel, preheating the pan and oil before adding food can help. Let proteins develop a good sear, then they often release more easily when they’re ready to turn. For delicate foods, use moderate heat and avoid moving them too soon.