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Yes, cast iron pans are excellent for cooking chicken in the oven, offering superior heat retention for crispy skin and juicy, evenly cooked meat. Common options include traditional cast-iron skillets (like 12-inch Lodge pans (https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/10530-cast-iron-baked-chicken)), cast-iron casserole dishes, and Dutch ovens. They work best by searing on the stovetop, then transferring directly to the oven. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]  

Why Use Cast Iron for Chicken 

• Crispy Skin & Even Cooking: The material heats up significantly, providing a, intense, even, and consistent heat perfect for browning. 

• Stove-to-Oven Convenience: You can sear chicken breasts, thighs, or a whole bird on the stovetop to brown the skin, then move it immediately to the oven for finished roasting. 

• Versatility: Ideal for roasting whole chickens, baking chicken thighs, or making pan sauces from drippings. 

• Ideal Sizes: 10 to 12-inch skillets are ideal for parts, while larger 5-7 quart cast iron Dutch ovens work well for whole chickens. [1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]  

Tips for Success 

• Preheat the Pan: Preheating the skillet in the oven helps achieve maximum crispiness. 

• Safety: The entire pan becomes very hot, including the handle, so always use thick oven mitts. 

• Care: Avoid using soap, and let the pan cool down naturally rather than putting it in water immediately. [1, 3, 10]  

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[1] https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/10530-cast-iron-baked-chicken

[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7qQfcjz2ak

[3] https://bestrecipebox.com/crispy-skin-roast-chicken/

[4] https://whatshouldimakefor.com/how-to/how-to-cook-with-cast-iron/

[5] https://theflyingkitchen.com/cast-iron-baked-chicken-2/

[6] https://iowagirleats.com/perfect-roast-chicken-3-ingredients-10-ways-to-use-it/

[7] https://kitchendivas.com/pan-and-oven-baked-chicken-thighs/

[8] https://www.barleyandsage.com/cast-iron-chicken-breasts/

[9] https://uglyducklingbakery.com/cast-iron-chicken-breast/

[10] https://www.quora.com/Can-I-use-cast-iron-pan-in-oven

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