One reason you might not want one is that they're as finicky as carbon steel knives and cast iron pans and will never develop their best magical qualities such as a nonstick surface if you don't season them well, keep them dry and lightly oiled, keep them out of the dishwasher and pl...
You can also use the stickiness of an egg wash to add another coating to your chicken thighs, whether it's seasoned flour or breadcrumbs, or a combination of both. But in a pinch, or if you're trying to avoid gluten, just the egg wash itself can be enough to ensure a crispy chicken...