Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
- 4 cups warm water
- Optional flavorings: garlic cloves, peppercorns, fresh herbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve the salt and sugar in warm water.
- Add any additional flavorings to the brine.
- Submerge the chicken breasts in the brine.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- After brining, rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken on a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil or your favorite rub.
- Bake in the oven until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), checking early so it remains juicy.
- Enjoy the chicken in salads, wraps, or on its own!
Notes
Rinse the chicken well after brining to avoid overly salty chicken. You can reuse the brine for safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg