Heat the oil in a cast-iron pan or heavy-based frying pan in which the chicken pieces will fit neatly. Once hot, fry the chicken for 3 minutes on the first side, then turn them over carefully and ...
The best cast iron cookware is an investment — if not in price, then in maintenance and maneuvering the heavy pan. I spoke with three chefs to find the best cast iron skillets and tested nine ...
Whatever you do, resist the urge to soak your dirty cast iron or run it through the dishwasher. For really stuck-on bits, a simple pantry staple will have your skillet looking better than new.