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Raw chicken is marinating in a flavorful smoked chicken brine, rich with herbs and bay leaves, all nestled in a pristine white dish.
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Smoked Chicken Brine Recipe

How to make smoked chicken brine is great for marinating chicken legs, thighs, breasts, quarters or a whole bird. Then smoke, bake or grill your meat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Dip, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: brine, chicken, marinade
Servings: 8
Author: Justine

Equipment

  • 1 casserole dish

Ingredients

  • 8 c water
  • 1/2 c kosher salt
  • 1/2 c brown sugar
  • 2 tsp rosemary
  • 2 tsp sage
  • 1.5 tsp marjoram
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  • In a quart jar or medium bowl, create brine by mixing together water, salt, and 1⁄2 cup brown sugar. Mix to combine. Set aside.
  • Place chicken in a casserole dish. Pour brine over meat. Add spices on top. Cover casserole pan with foil and place in refrigerator for 5 hours.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1oz | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 7089mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.3mg