Maple Brined Chicken

Name: Maple Brined Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 16 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American,
Ingredients: 4 cups cold water; 2 cups apple cider; 1/2 cup pure maple syrup; 1/4 cup table salt; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves; Olive oil; 2 tbsps McCormick® Grill Mates® Montreal Chicken Seasoning

Brining or soaking chicken in a maple syrup brine enhances the moistness and flavor and improves the browning.

5m

PREP TIME

16m

COOK TIME

156

CALORIES

7

INGREDIENTS

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Maple Brine
4 cups cold water
2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup table salt
Chicken
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Olive oil
2 tablespoons McCormick® Grill Mates® Montreal Chicken Seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS

1 For the Brine, pour cold water, apple cider and syrup into large plastic or glass container, or 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Stir in salt until dissolved. Place chicken in brine to cover. If necessary, place a plate on top of chicken breasts to keep them submerged. Cover container or seal bag.
2 Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Remove chicken from brine. Discard remaining brine. Rinse chicken under cool running water. Pat dry. Brush chicken lightly with oil. Rub with Seasoning.
3 Grill over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes per side or until chicken is cooked through.