https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:05:32 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380110 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 11:01:55 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2380110@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@yoursilverlining: I don't normally eat Ranch for salads or dips, but a long time ago a friend made slow cooked wings in creamy Italian dressing that was pretty tasty (creamy Italian is also not something I'd typically pick). I forget what I initially Googled to find the creamy Italian recipe, but the pics and comments for this dish came up and was worth a try. Hope you try it and enjoy it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380096 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:55:49 +0000 yoursilverlining 2380096@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: those pictures! :heart: I personally don't like ranch, but I bet it would taste different cooked, and would make the chicken super juicy! interesting, I may have to try it...... nom nom nom </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380085 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:49:33 +0000 Mrs.KMM 2380085@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think 2.5 to 3 (based on the amount of sides available) sounds right. I'd worry that 2 per person won't be enough. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380048 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:33:38 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2380048@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@yoursilverlining: <a href="http://m.southyourmouth.com/tqnlqgq/articles/29477/Buttermilk-Ranch-Roasted-Chicken-with-Potatoes" rel="nofollow">http://m.southyourmouth.com/tqnlqgq/articles/29477/Buttermilk-Ranch-Roasted-Chicken-with-Potatoes</a></p> <p>The back story is this a home cook's take on Winner Winner Chicken Dinner that calls for creme fraiche. This recipe uses buttermilk ranch dressing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380042 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:27:49 +0000 yoursilverlining 2380042@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think 2 pieces pp will be plenty, but I'd make 2.5 pieces per person to be on the totally safe side (allowing for some ppl to have 3 legs). Apps within 45 minutes of dinner means most people won’t be super hungry, and if there are any sides that also decreases the amount of chicken each person will eat. Add in knowing there is dessert, and I can’t imagine most people will eat more than 2 legs, so 2.5 should give you plenty extra.</p> <p>ETA: now you have me intrigued with what the chicken dish is! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380041 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:27:28 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2380041@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Smurfette: with that said I'm thinking of adding baked mac &amp; cheese, which of course selfishly we're hoping for leftovers! @looch: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380023 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:16:30 +0000 littlebug 2380023@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: I'd imagine 2.5 pieces would account for situations where, for example, maybe I'd eat 2 pieces but my husband would eat 3. </p> <p>I originally voted 2 a piece, but then realized that I ALWAYS over buy for parties, and would probably end up buying about 3 a piece. You could always have leftovers or send stuff with people. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380022 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:15:30 +0000 Adira 2380022@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I said 2.5 because I know I could eat 1 leg and 1 thigh or 3 legs. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380019 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:12:57 +0000 Smurfette 2380019@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I always say plan for more. You don't want to not have enough food. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380018 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:11:49 +0000 looch 2380018@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had to vote for 3 pieces, because I can't see how someone would manage with the half piece? Plus, leftovers! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-much-chicken#post-2380013 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 10:07:19 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2380013@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm making a dish that calls for bone-in thighs and legs. I know not everyone is a fan of dark meat, but it's just one meal. My second test taster, my white-meat-only-loving-mother, said not to change a thing. I gave her only a leg to try. Anyway, with 26 guests how many pieces of chicken should I get? 22 guests are adults.</p> <p>Initially I was thinking 2 per person, but now I'm thinking 2.5 or 3 per person. Guests may stay longer than I expect and want another round. The recipe is really good and I am pretty sure no one has ever had it before so for novelty sakes they may want more. I am not planning on anyone asking or making doggie bags to take home.</p> <p>I figured I could make the first batch 1.5-2 per person ready by dinner time. Then, let the second batch .5-1 person cook while the party continues.</p> <p>There will be appetizers served within 45 minutes or so of dinner and have a variety of desserts.</p> <p>Note, 20% of the guests will leave early, 2-3 hours, after party begins due to other obligations.</p> <p>Edit: I went back to my guest list, 26 RSVP'd yes. </p>