Best Bird Brine Recipe

Name: Best Bird Brine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup kosher salt; 1 cup maple syrup; ¼ cup brown sugar; 2 (49 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon thyme; 1 tablespoon onion flakes; 1 teaspoon sage; 1 orange, cut in eighths; 1 lemon, cut in eighths; 1 gallon ice; 1 gallon cider

Servings: persons

1 cup kosher salt
1 cup maple syrup
¼ cup brown sugar
2 (49 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon onion flakes
1 teaspoon sage
1 orange, cut in eighths
1 lemon, cut in eighths
1 gallon ice
1 gallon cider

1
Combine salt, syrup, and sugar with broth in large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well combined.
3
Let cool and add to brining container along with orange and lemon pieces, thyme, onion, sage, ice, and cider.
4
Add poultry to brine and let sit overnight, ensuring that temperature stays below 40 degrees, using icepacks if necessary.
5
Before cooking poultry, remove from brine, pat dry, and stuff cavities with several pieces of the orange and lemon.

315

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup kosher salt, 1 cup maple syrup, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 (49 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Best Bird Brine falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Best Bird Brine

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