Brined Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Brined Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs; olive oil; 4 cups water; 3 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon ground black pepper; 2 bay leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Combine all of the ingredients for the brine in a large pot; add the chicken thighs and refrigerate for at least two to three hours or overnight.
2
Remove the chicken thighs from the brine and pat dry with a paper towel.
3
Heat a large frying pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chicken thighs. Do not overcrowd the pan. The chicken will not get a beautiful golden color if you do.
4
When one side is golden gently turn over and cook on the other side.
5
Cooking time should take about 40-45 minutes on the stove-top or you may bake the chicken with a drizzle of olive oil at 350 degrees for about 40-45 minutes.

362

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken thighs, olive oil, 4 cups water, 3 tablespoons salt, and more.

Yes, Brined Chicken Thighs falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Brined Chicken Thighs

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