Ingredients
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1 ½ cups dill pickle juice, or more to taste
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
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aluminum foil
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Whisk together pickle juice, brown sugar, kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 pinch cayenne pepper in a large bowl until sugar dissolves. Place chicken breasts in brine, using a plate or bowl to keep breasts submerged. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
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Remove chicken breasts from brine, discard brine, and dry chicken breasts with paper towels. Brush each breast with olive oil; season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
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Transfer chicken to a plate, tent with aluminum foil, and let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
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Editor's Note:
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the brine ingredients. The actual amount of brine consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
351 | Calories |
12g | Fat |
11g | Carbs |
47g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 351 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 12g | 16% |
Saturated Fat 3g | 13% |
Cholesterol 129mg | 43% |
Sodium 5452mg | 237% |
Total Carbohydrate 11g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Total Sugars 7g | |
Protein 47g | 95% |
Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
Calcium 33mg | 3% |
Iron 2mg | 11% |
Potassium 416mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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