- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1h30
- Total Time: 1h45min
Ingredients
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Ingredients for two people. For 4 or 6 people, click on the buttons opposite:
- 1/2 chicken (about 1.5 kg)
- 2 liters of water
- 100g of salt (about 1 cup)
- 50g of sugar (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 crushed garlic cloves
- 1/2 tablespoon of black peppercorns
- 1 sprig of thyme
- 1 bay leaves
Instructions
Prepare the Brine:
- Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot.
- Add the salt and sugar, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Remove from heat and add the garlic, peppercorns, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Add the remaining 2 liters of cold water to cool the brine completely.
Brine the Chicken:
- Submerge the whole chicken in the brine, ensuring it is fully covered.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, preferably 24 hours.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the brine and rinse it thoroughly under cold water.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan and roast for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
Serving:
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve with roasted vegetables and potatoes for a complete meal.
Equipment used:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Paper towels
- Roasting pan with rack
- Meat thermometer.
Enjoy your delicious and juicy brined chicken!