How to Make Savory Chicken Brine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brining is a technique that has been used for centuries to infuse meat with flavor and moisture. By soaking meat in a salty solution, the meat absorbs the brine and becomes seasoned from the inside out, resulting in tender, juicy, and flavorful meat. One of the most popular meats to brine is chicken, as it can often become dry and bland when cooked without any additional flavorings.

There are many different brine recipes out there, but one of the most beloved and versatile is the savory c...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (5 pound) whole chicken
  • 1 gallon cold water
  • 1 tablespoon dried sage
  • 1 tablespoon dried celery seed
  • ½ tablespoon dried thyme
  • ¾ cup kosher salt
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¾ cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Remove giblets from chicken cavity, rinse chicken inside and out.
  • In a large stock pot or container, mix water, sage, celery seed, thyme, salt, sugar and soy sauce to create brine. Stir well until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Place the chicken in the brine, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove chicken from the brine and rinse well inside and out. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of seasoned salt. Bake the chicken at 400 degrees F for 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    626 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 228mg
    • Sodium: 14333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 61g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 102mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 501mg