For an even deeper flavor, try adding a few cloves of minced garlic and a bay leaf to the brine. If grilling or frying, adjust cooking times accordingly to ensure the chicken is cooked through. Don't over-brine! Leaving the chicken in the brine for too long can result in an overly salty bird. Overnight is the maximum recommended time. Consider adding some citrus zest (lemon or orange) to the brine for a brighter flavor profile.
Savory Chicken Brine
-
PREP TIME4 hrs 15 mins
-
COOK TIME45 mins
-
TOTAL TIME5 hrs
-
SERVING6 People
-
VIEWS36
Transform your ordinary chicken into a succulent masterpiece with this umami-rich brine. Infused with aromatic herbs and the savory depth of soy sauce, this brine guarantees a juicy, flavorful bird, whether you're baking, grilling, or frying.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate27 g
-
Cholesterol228 mg
-
Fiber1 g
-
Protein61 g
-
Saturated Fat8 g
-
Sodium14333 mg
-
Sugar25 g
-
Fat29 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Chicken: Remove giblets from the chicken cavity. Rinse the chicken thoroughly inside and out under cold running water. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Create the Brine: In a large stock pot or food-safe container (ensure it can fit the chicken submerged), combine the cold water, dried sage, celery seed, thyme, kosher salt, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir vigorously until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Brine the Chicken: Gently submerge the chicken in the brine, ensuring it is fully immersed. Cover the pot or container tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor penetration. (4 hours or Overnight)
04 Step
Recipe View Rinse and Season: Remove the chicken from the brine and rinse it thoroughly inside and out with cold water to remove excess salt. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the entire chicken evenly with 2 tablespoons of seasoned salt. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Cook the Chicken: Bake the chicken at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for approximately 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) in the thickest part of the thigh. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving. (45 minutes)
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
LATEST RECIPES
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5
Camilla Kautzer
Jun 15, 2025I accidentally left it brining for almost 24 hours. It was a little salty, so I'll stick to the recommended time next time.
Betsy Rohan
Jun 12, 2025I was skeptical about the soy sauce, but it added a wonderful depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!
Bernita Kohler
May 10, 2025Easy to follow and the results are amazing. I used it on a spatchcock chicken and grilled it – best chicken I've ever made!
Prudence Bogan
Apr 26, 2025This brine is a game-changer! My chicken was so juicy and flavorful, even my picky kids loved it.