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Basic Chicken Thigh Brine

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Basic Chicken Thigh Brine

My basic recipe for grilled chicken thighs at home. Add any fresh herbs that you have at home, especially if they go with the dish you are making. Rosemary is delightful!  *Note* This is a strong brine, meant for shorter brining time (1-4 hours), but if you’re making a standard brine, to be left for 24 hours or more, reduce the sugar and honey by half, and add no vinegar at all. 

  • Author: Kate

Ingredients

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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs

2 cups water 

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 

2 tablespoons kosher salt 

2 tablespoons honey 

2 large garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

Mix ingredients together in a large ziplock bag or bowl. Submerge chicken thighs, let sit for 1-4 hours grilling. Drain brine, pat dry, then coat lightly with olive oil before grilling. Grill over medium heat for 7-10 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165 degrees.

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