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Honey And Thyme Brined Chicken




Source of Recipe


Ken


Recipe Introduction


Brining makes this chicken really stand out. This dish is guaranteed to impress your family and friends.


List of Ingredients




7 Cups Water
2 Tablespoons Black Pepper
6 Fresh Thyme Sprigs
1/2 Cup Kosher Salt
1/2 Cup Honey
1/4 Cup Firmly Packed Brown Sugar
6 To 7 Pound Whole Chicken
2 Cups Ice Cubes
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Thyme
1 Tablespoon Black Pepper
Garnishes: Apple Slices, Swiss Chard, Fresh Sage Leaves

Recipe



Stir together 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons pepper, and thyme sprigs in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; remove pan from heat, and let cool to room temperature. Add salt, honey, brown sugar, and remaining 6 cups water to pan, and stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Pour salt mixture (brine) into a 2-gallon zip-top plastic freezer bag. Add chicken and ice; seal. Refrigerate 24 hours, turning bag occasionally. Remove chicken from bag, and discard brine. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Rub chicken evenly with oil. Combine chopped thyme and 1 tablespoon pepper; rub over chicken, and place in a lightly greased roasting pan. Bake at 400 degrees for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of thigh registers 180 degrees, shielding with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning. Place chicken on a platter. Cover with foil; let stand 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish if desired. Makes 6 to 8 servings.