Finally figured out how to make cheap chicken taste amazing

I always bought the big packs of chicken thighs because they're only $2.99 a pound at my local Food Fair, but they'd come out dry and bland. I tried brining them in just salt water for 3 hours before cooking, and it was a total game changer. The meat stayed super juicy and had way more flavor even with simple seasoning. Has anyone else tried brining their budget cuts of meat?

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kelly3120d ago

Did you try adding a little sugar to your brine too?

wendy_clark20d ago

Honestly, I skip the brine entirely. @kelly31, even with sugar, it's just too much fuss for a weeknight. I find a dry rub and cooking them skin-side down in a hot pan gives way better flavor and crispy skin without the extra step.