Follow these steps for perfect results
roasted garlic clove
roasted
water
morton lite salt
peppercorn
olive oil
lemon
cut into pieces
bay leaves
chicken breasts
Combine roasted garlic cloves, water, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a ziploc bag to make a brine.
Squeeze the juice from the lemon wedges into the brine.
Add the bay leaves to the brine.
Shake the bag to dissolve the salt.
Rinse the chicken breast under cold water.
Place the chicken breast in the bag with the brine.
Squeeze out all the air from the bag and seal.
Refrigerate all day to marinate.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the chicken from the brine and rinse.
Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
Place the chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up.
Roast for about an hour or until a meat thermometer inserted reads 160°F (71°C).
Expert advice for the best results
For extra flavor, add other herbs like thyme or rosemary to the brine.
Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be marinated up to 24 hours in advance.
Serve sliced chicken breast on a plate with roasted vegetables or a side salad.
Roasted vegetables
Mashed potatoes
Green salad
The acidity complements the savory flavors.
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Common dish in American cuisine.
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