Best 3 Dry Brined Chicken Breasts Recipes

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**Dry-Brined Chicken Breasts: A Simple and Flavorful Dish with Variations for Every Taste**

Craving a juicy and flavorful chicken dish that's easy to prepare? Look no further than dry-brined chicken breasts. This simple yet effective technique enhances the chicken's natural flavors and results in tender, succulent meat. Whether you prefer a classic roasted chicken, a zesty lemon-herb chicken, or a spicy peri-peri chicken, our collection of dry-brined chicken breast recipes has something for everyone. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests with these incredible dishes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

DRY BRINE ROAST CHICKEN



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This simple dry brine technique results in juicy and flavorful chicken with a crispy skin.

Provided by Kate

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 4 lb whole chicken
1 tbsp kosher salt* (see notes)
1 tsp herbs (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a baking dish and sprinkle with salt.Set uncovered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400.Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting or baking pan.
  • Roast for approximately 1 hour, or until internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees in its meatiest part.
  • Let rest for 15 minutes before carving and serving.

HOW TO DRY BRINE CHICKEN



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This simple dry brine method will give you tender, flavorful chicken with crispy skin every time!

Provided by Brandi Schilhab

Number Of Ingredients 2

Chicken - whole (bone-in, skin-on, or boneless-skinless cuts)
Coarse or kosher salt

Steps:

  • Pat chicken completely dry, then set it on a rimmed baking sheet or other dish.
  • Salt the chicken with coarse or kosher salt on both sides, and in the cavity.
  • Whole chicken: use about 1 teaspoon of salt per pound
  • Bone-in, skin-on cuts: use about 3/4 teaspoon of salt per pound
  • Boneless, skinless cuts: use about 1/2 teaspoon of salt per pound
  • After you've salted the chicken, place it in the refrigerator according to the times below. If refrigerating overnight or longer, place a loose tent of foil or parchment paper over the chicken.- Whole Chicken: 8-24 hours- Bone-In, Skin-On Cuts: 2-12 hours- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs: ½-1 hour
  • Once the chicken is done brining, cook your chicken as the recipe directs - there is no need to rinse the chicken before cooking!

DRY BRINED ROASTED CHICKEN



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After years of dealing with the mess of a wet brine, I came across the technique of dry brining. So easy and so tasty. My family raves about it and I hope yours does too. Use the drippings as a great base for gravy. This method is great on turkey as well!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time P1DT2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 whole chicken
2 tablespoons salt, or as needed
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Remove chicken from packaging, remove giblet packet from cavity, and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. Place in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix salt, orange zest, rosemary, and thyme together in a small bowl; rub 3/4 of the mixture all over outside of chicken; rub remaining mixture inside cavity. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 to 3 days.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove plastic wrap from chicken.
  • Bake chicken in preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 2 to 2 1/2 hours depending on size. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 20 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1816.1 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken breasts: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size and thickness. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Dry brine the chicken breasts for at least 12 hours: This will help to draw out moisture from the chicken, resulting in a more flavorful and juicy bird. You can dry brine the chicken breasts in a mixture of salt, sugar, and spices, or you can use a commercial dry brine mix.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit: This will help to ensure that the chicken breasts cook quickly and evenly.
  • Roast the chicken breasts for 20-25 minutes: Or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts.
  • Let the chicken breasts rest for 5-10 minutes before serving: This will help to redistribute the juices and make the chicken more tender.

Conclusion:

Dry-brining chicken breasts is a simple and effective way to achieve juicy, flavorful chicken. By following these tips, you can easily make delicious dry-brined chicken breasts at home. .

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