Just received my set Was wondering how you cook breaded chicken , it says not to use oil, so do I have to buy another pan?
1515697
I haven't cooked breaded chicken in mine but do use olive oil in it all the time when making eggs and haven't had any problems at all.
1515698
I have two Anolon Hard Anodized skillets but have not tried to fry chicken in them. I have cooked bacon in the larger one with no problem. As you know, bacon produces fat and that wasn't a problem for the skillet. We use a deep fryer for chicken, fish, shrimp, etc.
1515699
Here is what the packaging says about oil ... -- Nonstick sprays: Do not use ... an invisible buildup will impair the nonstick release system and food will stick in your pan. -- Oil: Oil is not needed ... but if you prefer oil for flavor, olive oil or peanut oil is recommended. Heavy vegetable oils my leave a residue that can affect nonstick performance. Use a low heat when heating up oils. Now that bit about olive oil vs. heavy vegetable oils makes no sense to me as olive oils can be among the heaviest oils. There are many variations of olive oil. I have used a very light application of light oils with no apparent ill effects, but perhaps I haven't been doing so long enough for it to see the ultimate results. I heat the oil first then wipe the pan clean with a paper towel. This leaves some visible oil in the pan. I really don't think the oil is necessary, though. I think the important thing is to have the pan at temperature before putting anything in it so have stopped using oil. I think the only thing the use of oil did for me was to make sure the pan was at temperature! I have ONLY used it for eggs so use a low heat.
1515700
Good question. Don't tell anyone, but I use oil in my Anolon skillet and it hasn't hurt a thing. :)
503613
It doesn't take very much at all, just a light spray or a touch of cooking oil on a paper towel and rub it around. If you stack another pan on top just put a paper towel inbetween to protect it. It sounds like you were using way too much
1518098
Taking the oil out is a rather pain in the neck. I have found that if I leave it in the pan covered, it stays just fine. I've cooked in mine weeks after letting it sit in the cooker. It stays just fine and tastes great. I would however recommend using peanut oil. Again, don't use the same oil to cook potatoes that you would use to cook breaded foods. I cook coated chicken, fish and shrimp in the same oil,but will change it for potatoes.
2179503
I washed my set before using it but don't think I really had to. I'm just a little anal about cleanliness. As to food grade mineral oil...that is what I use but am sure you'd be able to use olive oil also without any problem.Hope this helps.
2116716
what type of oil did you use? and when you put chicken in was it COLD & dry or room temp and moist? Peanut or olive oil I find to work the best.
1410103
frying pan is wonderful for meat. Used mine last night to make chicken legs.
2024642
That I am unsure about, but my instinct says not to use exept exactly what the directions say. The pans have many bad reviews about stuff sticking to the pan , so it could have been a case of not seasoning it correctly, so I would try to use veggie oil if I could
503617
It helps if you bake the cookware after oiling it. You should not use too much oil, just enough to put a thin coat on it & not run.
159407
Follow the mfgr instructions.....apply a light coating of oil after each use. No need to re-season in the oven.
698067
maybe you forget to seasoned the pan before using it, because it happened to me when i bought that item. if you do not know how to do it, just put some oil all over the pan and heat it, until hot, then reduce the heat and you can already use it. after using just wash with water, but if you used soap do not forget to rub some oil after dry.
1133346
We are so accustomed to cooking with nonstick pans, that you will have to learn a new way to cook. Main thing--you need to let the pan (all pans) get hot enough before you put any oil in and don't turn the food before it caramelizes. I suggest going to YouTubiversity and some other sites you can find thru Web search to get some online vid lessons. Very helpful. :)
898166
Yes it's more of a problem. You're not supposed to use spray oil so I just use a more oil/butter when cooking, then soak the pan in warm soapy water before cleaning. Sometimes I just soak overnight and clean in the morning. Use a Teflon scrubby pad or brush to clean.
1909915
I just washed and cooked. With the handle, I don't think oven would be appropriate. It is nonstick, so don't think oil would be necessary either. I love mine.
1877817
Not sure what oil is is seasoned with, I would compare it to buying a Lodge iron skillet that has been pre-seasoned. Definitely no Teflon of any other non stick. Had some heavy rains here in GA this summer and Had covered for a few weeks. Looks like it was starting to rust which I quickly re-seasoned and good to go. You can flip two of the quarters so all the grill marks are the same way by the way.
848232
Yes, I personally like to use a little oil/spray before cooking. Keeps the pan in new condition and food tastes better.
1875632
I don't know, but the point is to get them seasoned so that you don't need non-stick spray. That said, you will want to use some oil each time you cook. It's not a fat-free experience like Teflon can be (at least for the few weeks before the Teflon gets scratched and goes bad).
848233
Yes, although this pan does not need to be "seasoned." The oil is part of the cooking process.