Recipe information
Yield
4 Servings
Ingredients
15
sprigs thyme
6
garlic cloves
3
bay leaves
3
wide strips lemon zest (removed with a vegetable peeler)
1
tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2
tablespoons kosher salt
1
tablespoon honey
1
teaspoon black peppercorns
2
8-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved crosswise
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine thyme, garlic, bay leaves, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, honey, and peppercorns in a large heatproof bowl. Add 2 cups boiling water and stir until salt is dissolved. Add 3 cups ice and stir until ice is melted. Add chicken, cover, and chill overnight.
Step 2
Remove chicken from brine, pat dry, and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before frying.
Nutrition Per Serving
4 servings
1 serving contains: Calories (kcal) 150 Fat (g) 1.5 Saturated Fat (g) 0 Cholesterol (mg) 65 Carbohydrates (g) 6 Dietary Fiber (g) 0 Total Sugars (g) 4 Protein (g) 27 Sodium (mg) 2950