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Chicken Brine Recipe

This brine is easy to prepare and makes a noticeable difference in your chicken dishes, enhancing moisture for perfectly juicy chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Resealable plastic bag or container

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the water, kosher salt, and brown sugar until fully dissolved.
  2. Stir in the black peppercorns, bay leaves, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Taste the brine and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
  4. Place your chicken in a resealable plastic bag or container.
  5. Pour the brine over the chicken, ensuring it's fully submerged.
  6. Seal the bag or container tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 12 hours.
  7. After brining, remove the chicken and rinse it under cold water.
  8. Cook the chicken using your preferred method: grilling, roasting, or frying.

Notes

For the best results, do not skip the rinsing step to avoid overly salty chicken.