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.
