What type of meat should you not brine?

Because the benefits are juiciness and flavor, the best meats for brining are lean cuts of meat, because with less fat they tend to dry out and also have less flavor. Pick cuts like chicken, pork, or turkey.

What types of meat should you not brine?

Beef and lamb are not good candidates for brining because they’re fattier and they can be enjoyed rarer than chicken or pork. Both those things mean they cook up juicier and more flavorful by default.

How should I add herbs and spices to this brining recipe?

If you want to use any fresh herbs or spices, I suggest heating the water and salt and then adding the herbs and spices. This will allow the flavours of the spices and herbs to infuse the brine. Allow the water to cool before placing it in the fridge. Once the brining solution is at fridge temperature, add the chicken.

Can you freeze brined chicken?

Yes! You can brine your meats and then freeze them and cook them at a later time. Brine the meat for the recommended time, drain the excess brine, and store the chicken in the freezer.

Can I brine chicken overnight?

I do not suggest using this brining recipe for longer than 1 hour. Longer brining time will cause the outside of the chicken to start to get tough which will result in tough (and not juicy!) chicken.

How much chicken can I use for this brining recipe?

This chicken brine will do for 1-2 lbs of chicken. You can easily double this recipe for larger amounts of chicken. If you do double the recipe, do NOT double the brining time.

Can you brine bone-in chicken breast?

Yes. You can brine chicken that still has the bone as well as the skin still on the chicken. Always make sure to pat dry any brined chicken before adding seasoning or sauce.

How to Brine Chicken in 30 Minutes

Ingredients

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2 lbs chicken breast, boneless, skinless
1 L (4 cups) cold water
1/4 cup table salt

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the salt and water. Add the chicken once all the salt has dissolved and place the bowl in the fridge for 30-60 minutes.
Drain the water and pat dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel. The chicken is ready to use in your favourite recipes!

Notes

this brine is enough for 2 lbs of chicken, 1 pork tenderloin or 4 small pork chops

Author: Cat
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Brining
Cuisine: American, Carnivore, PSMF
Diet: Diabetic

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 oz cooked
Calories: 240
Sugar: 0
Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 0
Fiber: 0
Protein: 53