PERFECT CHICKEN BRINE

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Brining chicken adds tons of flavor and keeps the meat moist. Several years of experimenting with ingredients and method and I finally found the right combination for my perfect chicken brine.

Provided by Kate Leifker

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 cups water
¾ cup kosher salt
⅔ cup white sugar
2 heads garlic, crushed and chopped
¼ cup dried sage, or to taste
¼ cup dried basil, or to taste
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 large bay leaf

Steps:

  • Mix water, kosher salt, white sugar, garlic, sage, basil, peppercorns, and bay leaf in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the salt and sugar are dissolved completely, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat and cover with a lid. Cool brine at room temperature for 2 hours before refrigerating to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3422.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

Dhurgham Kadhim
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I didn't like this brine. The chicken was dry and the flavor was bland.


Health Solution BD
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This brine is okay. The chicken was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


therealairbaker1234
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I tried this brine and it was really good. The chicken was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this brine.


Gacha Furry
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This is a great brine for chicken. The chicken was very juicy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this brine.


Eric Doll
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I was really impressed with this brine. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be using this brine again.


Sm Motiur
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This brine is a game-changer! I used to dread cooking chicken, but now it's one of my favorite things to make. The chicken always turns out perfectly, and my family loves it.


Lutakome Livingstone
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I've tried this brine a few times and it never disappoints. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the skin is always crispy.


Hesham uddin Hesham uddin
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This is the best chicken brine I've ever used. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy.


Asher Acho
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I love this brine! It makes the chicken so juicy and flavorful.


Don White
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This brine is amazing! I've used it several times and the chicken always turns out perfectly.


Giselle Redhead-Francis
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I didn't like this brine. The chicken was dry and the flavor was bland.


ugwudike Joseph
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This brine is okay. The chicken was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Md Sahad Sikder
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I tried this brine and it was really good. The chicken was moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this brine.


md Tasman
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This is a great brine for chicken. The chicken was very juicy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this brine.


Jazzmin Cooper
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I've used this brine several times now, and it never disappoints. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the skin is always crispy. I highly recommend this brine.


Serwan kamal
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This brine is amazing! The chicken was so moist and tender, and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be using this brine again and again.


Jannat Islam
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I was really impressed with this brine. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be using this brine again.


Ayaan Malik
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This brine is a game-changer! I used to dread cooking chicken, but now it's one of my favorite things to make. The chicken always turns out perfectly, and my family loves it.


Olisanedumdavid Nwosu
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I've tried a lot of different chicken brines, but this one is by far my favorite. The chicken is always so moist and tender, and the flavor is amazing.


Md Afjal Hossain
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This is the best chicken brine I've ever used! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be using this brine again and again.