Chicken Brine

Name: Chicken Brine
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 4 cups warm water; ¼ cup kosher salt (Morton's); 2 tablespoons gently packed brown sugar; 8 chicken thighs (8 legs, 6 chicken breasts, or 1 medium/small whole chicken); Optional: additional spices or flavors

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total: 5 minutes

Servings: 4

chicken brine

Ingredients

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4 cups warm water¼ cup kosher salt (Morton's)2 tablespoons gently packed brown sugar8 chicken thighs (8 legs, 6 chicken breasts, or 1 medium/small whole chicken)Optional: additional spices or flavors

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Instructions

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Step 1

If water is cold, heat it for about 90 - 120 seconds in the microwave (you want it very warm, but not hot). You can also do this on the stove top if you prefer.

Step 2

Stir salt and brown sugar into water. Stir until salt and sugar are completely dissolved and liquid is translucent.

Step 3

Add chicken to a watertight bowl or bag. Pour brining liquid over chicken and seal bag or cover bowl tightly. Make sure brine covers chicken completely; prepare additional brine if necessary.

Step 4

Allow chicken to brine in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours. Pat chicken dry with a clean towel or cloth before cooking.