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A broiler pan’s slotted top is a raised grid: it holds food above the lower pan while letting fat and juices drain through. Use it when broiling foods that produce drippings and your oven’s instructions call for a broiler pan and grid. The design helps separate food from the drippings, but it does not remove all fat or guarantee smoke-free cooking.
How the slotted top works
The upper grid supports food closer to the broiler’s radiant heat. Its openings let rendered fat and juices fall into the lower pan rather than pooling around the food. GE describes the grid as allowing grease and juices to drain into the pan base; its owner-manual guidance says the rack keeps meat above the drippings. Whirlpool likewise describes its pan-and-grid arrangement as draining juices away from food and helping limit spatter and smoke. These are manufacturers’ descriptions of intended function, not independent performance measurements. GE support, GE owner-manual guidance, Whirlpool guidance.
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How much smoke or spatter you get also depends on the food’s fat content, its position, the oven design, and whether the lower pan is dirty. The sources do not quantify a reduction in smoke, spatter, or fat.
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Use the pan and grid when broiling food that releases fat or juices, particularly when your appliance manual recommends them. GE’s general guidance recommends a broiler pan and grid so fat can drain; food-specific rack positions are in the oven manual. Whirlpool advises centering the pan, trimming excess fat to reduce spattering, and removing the pan when you take out the food so drippings do not bake onto it in the hot oven. Follow your own manual for broil setting, rack position, and door position: these can vary by model. Whirlpool broiler-pan guidance, GE broiling guidance.
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- EVEN HEAT CIRCULATION: The 16.75" x 13" broiling pan for oven with rack will cook tastier and healthier meals by circulating the heat under the food
- HEALTHIER BROILING: The slots of this broiler pan with rack will drip the fat resulting in tastier and healthier meals and is a great oven grill pan
- DIMENSIONS: This heavy duty broiler pan is 16.75" x 13" and will fit most ovens easily so you can use the broil pan for oven to its fullest potential
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Foil can block drainage
Unperforated foil across the grid prevents drippings from falling through as intended. Whirlpool advises against covering the grid with foil for proper drainage. GE says that if foil is used on the grid, it should be fitted tightly and slit to line up with the openings. Instructions may differ by appliance, so follow the manual for your oven and pan. Whirlpool foil guidance, GE foil guidance.
What to use if you do not have a broiler pan
For some broiling tasks, Whirlpool lists a shallow metal pan with a baking rack or a cast-iron skillet as alternatives. A skillet alone does not provide the same raised-grid drainage. Before substituting, check that the cookware is rated for broiler heat, fits safely in the oven, and suits the recipe. Whirlpool warns against using glass cookware under broiler heat. Whirlpool alternatives guidance.
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- RAISED WIRE BAKING RACK: This cookware pan keeps your food elevated from grease and has a rim inside the pan to hold the rack in place. It can also be used on its own for glazing, drying, or cooling baked goods. Rack is oven-safe to 410 degrees Fahrenheit
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- Broiler safety: Confirm the pan and rack are approved for your oven’s broiler.
- Drainage: A raised grid lets drippings fall into a separate lower pan; a flat pan does not.
- Fit: Make sure the assembled pan fits on the rack and can be positioned as your oven manual directs.
- Cleanup: Use cleaning methods permitted for the pan’s material.
Cleaning and handling
Remove the pan promptly after broiling rather than leaving greasy drippings in a hot oven, where they can bake on and become harder to clean. GE advises draining fat, letting the pan and rack cool slightly, and washing them with cleaners approved for the parts. GE cautions against putting metal broiler pans and racks through the oven’s self-clean cycle because they may warp and residual grease could ignite at self-clean temperatures. Its advice differs for porcelain-enamel parts, so check the instructions for the exact pan and oven. GE broiler-pan cleaning guidance, Whirlpool handling guidance.
Choosing a replacement
Measure the oven and check the appliance maker’s replacement-parts information for a compatible, broiler-safe pan and grid. As one documented example, Whirlpool’s Premium Range Porcelain Broiler Pan and Roasting Rack, model 4396923, is a set with a pan and grid. Whirlpool lists dimensions of 16¾ × 12¾ × 1½ inches (product specification, accessed 2026); check current dimensions, availability, and compatibility before buying. Whirlpool model 4396923 product page.
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- Pan made of formed aluminum which conducts heat rapidly and evenly, resulting in beautifully browned foods no matter what’s on the menu
- Easy clean up, hand wash only. Aluminum is reactive to acidic ingredients such as vinegar and tomato products. These foods may darken, pit or corrode the pan after prolonged use.
- Made in America of domestic and imported materials and components.
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- BROILER KING: This porcelain-coated broiler pan for oven nonstick wont warp or flake it's coating and will withstand the high temperatures of the broiler
- EVEN HEAT CIRCULATION: The 16.75" x 13" broiling pan for oven with rack will cook tastier and healthier meals by circulating the heat under the food
- HEALTHIER BROILING: The slots of this broiler pan with rack will drip the fat resulting in tastier and healthier meals and is a great oven grill pan
- DIMENSIONS: This heavy duty broiler pan is 16.75" x 13" and will fit most ovens easily so you can use the broil pan for oven to its fullest potential
- PORCELAIN COATED: The porcelain coating of this broiler pans for ovens is stronger than regular nonstick coating and will last in high tempratures
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- Two-piece broiler pan: set features a perforated top rack that maximizes heat circulation; ensuring even cooking and a crispy finish; while the bottom drip pan catches excess oil and juices; reducing smoke and preventing burning - perfect for grilling steaks; chicken; fish; and vegetables
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- Durable and healthy construction: Our baking sheets are made of thick-walled carbon steel with a non-stick enamel coating, making them safe for use in the oven, with a temperature resistance of up to 500°F, and they are resistant to warping
- Easy to clean and maintain: the non-stick porcelain surface prevents food from sticking; making it easy to clean with just warm soapy water and a soft sponge; it also dishwasher safe
- Multi scenario use: when grilling steak, the grill can drip oil, creating a non greasy and crispy texture; drain excess water when cooking seafood to keep fish and shrimp fresh, tender, and free from fishy odors; grilled vegetables can maintain a crispy texture on the outside and tender on the inside
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