BEER-BRINED CHICKEN

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Flavorful, moist and delicious! Those are the results you'll get with brining-give it a try.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 11h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
1/4 cup kosher (coarse) salt
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 cans or bottles (12 oz each) beer or nonalcoholic beer, chilled
1 whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 lb)
3 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Line 2-quart bowl or saucepan with 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag. Add water, kosher salt and brown sugar; stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Stir in beer. Add chicken. Tightly seal bag; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Line 13x9-inch pan with foil. Remove chicken from brine; rinse thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry with paper towels. Discard brine. Place chicken, breast side up, in pan. Refrigerate uncovered 1 hour to dry chicken skin. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all rub ingredients except oil; set aside.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Brush oil over chicken. Sprinkle with seasoning mixture; rub into chicken skin. Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks). Let stand 15 minutes for easiest carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Esihle Ntombela
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken didn't turn out well.


gabe mckinstry
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This recipe was too complicated for me.


Malik AnSar
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I didn't like the flavor of the beer brine.


Jamal Uddin Jony
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This chicken was a bit dry for my taste.


Franceaz Elman-Ford
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I'm not a fan of beer, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The beer brine gave the chicken a really nice flavor that wasn't overpowering.


Tucker Craft-Knuth
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken is so moist and flavorful.


Fross Stewart
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. It was cooked evenly throughout and the flavor was incredible.


Elizabeth Atwood
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The beer brine made the chicken so juicy and flavorful.


ShAn Babuo
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This is my go-to chicken recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


iltaf. ahmed
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfect.


Hdj Jrjr
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This chicken was so moist and flavorful. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Husna Sandaland
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I've never made beer-brined chicken before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Kristine Calvillo
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This chicken was delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it.


Eva Ivkić
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I'm not a big fan of beer, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The beer brine gave the chicken a really nice flavor.


Khemraj Gurung
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Faze Daggerrs
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I was a bit skeptical about brining the chicken in beer, but I'm so glad I did. It really made a difference in the flavor of the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


M Bati Tube
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This chicken was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked evenly throughout and the flavor was incredible.


Vloger
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I've tried a lot of different chicken recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The beer brine makes the chicken so juicy and tender, and the spices give it a delicious flavor.


Leila Yasin
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This beer-brined chicken was a hit at my last dinner party! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.