oldrustycars
Senior Cook
My mom was telling me she wishes she had her mothers cast iron Dutch oven. She told me she made the best fried chicken in it. I showed her my 5 quart Lodge, she said my grandmas was the same size. I commented it must have taken forever making fried chicken for 8 people, I make it 4 pieces at a time, thats about what fits without crowding. She assured my Grandma used lots of lard, and packed the dutch oven full, and the chicken came out great. Anyone made fried chicken this way? I know Grandma made great fried chicken, but I was young at the time with no interest in how she did it. Can I fill up with oil and pack it full with 8 pieces at a time?