Brined, Seared, and Baked Chicken

 


Ingredients

Chicken breasts, whole

Brining

4 cups cold water

60 grams (4 and 1/2 tablespoons) Morton’s kosher salt

Searing and Baking

Freshly coarsely ground pepper

Garlic powder

1 tablespoon olive oil 


Directions

Prep the Chicken 

Place the chicken breasts between plastic wrap or in a freezing bag. Pound the chicken breasts it until even, about 3/4 to 1/2 inch thick. This will allow the brine to permeate the meat evenly and quickly. 

Brining

1. Place a pot over medium-high meat and add the water and salt, stirring occasionally until the salt dissolved. Let the water cool down. 

2. Transfer the water to a resealable bag or another container. Add the chicken to the water and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. 

3. Remove the chicken breasts from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels. Sear and bake as indicated below or use following your recipe.

Searing and Baking

1. Sprinkle the chicken breasts with pepper and garlic powder. 

2. Set oven-safe pan on medium-high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.

3. Sear the chicken until they get to the desired golden color. Turn over and repeat the process. 

4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°. 

5. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. 


Notes

Brining Inspiration

Searing and Baking Inspiration

Brining Chicken Thighs 


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