How to Make Brown Sugar Chicken Brine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brining is a technique that has been used in cooking for centuries, and for good reason. It involves soaking meat in a solution of water, salt, and sometimes other flavors like herbs and spices, which helps the meat retain moisture and adds flavor. One type of brine that has become increasingly popular in recent years is the brown sugar chicken brine.

By adding brown sugar to the brine, you not only impart a slightly sweet flavor to the chicken, but it also helps to tenderize the meat ...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup kosher salt
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 gallon warm water
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 gallon

  • Mix salt, brown sugar, garlic, and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl. Pour in water; stir until dissolved. Mix in molasses and soy sauce. Let stand until brine comes to room temperature, about 50 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    58 cal.

    • Sodium: 4508mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 107mg