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.

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.

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.

There will be appetizers served within 45 minutes or so of dinner and have a variety of desserts.

Note, 20% of the guests will leave early, 2-3 hours, after party begins due to other obligations.

Edit: I went back to my guest list, 26 RSVP'd yes.