CHICKEN SPINNER BRINE

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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup kosher salt
2 teaspoons black peppercorns, cracked
4 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 lemon, halved
1 small red onion, sliced
One 3-pound chicken

Steps:

  • Combine 4 cups water, the salt, peppercorns, garlic, bay leaves, lemon and onion in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from the heat and let the brine "steep" for 10 to 15 minutes. Move the brine to the refrigerator to cool, stirring occasionally.
  • Place the chicken and cold brine in a large container or plastic bag and refrigerate for 3 hours. Remove the chicken from the brine and pat dry before cooking as desired.

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