Ingredients
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 c. water
2 tbsp. kosher salt
1/4 c. packed brown sugar
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 c. barbecue sauce
Juice of 2 limes
2 cloves garlic, minced
Preparation
Step 1Place chicken in a large Ziploc bag and pound until 1/4” thick. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together water, salt and sugar until combined. Pour brine into Ziploc and refrigerate at least 15 minutes, but preferably 2 hours.Step 2Remove chicken from brine and discard liquid.Step 3Heat grill to medium. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper, then grill 6 minutes per side.Step 4In a medium bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, lime juice and garlic. Baste chicken, flipping occasionally, until caramelized and cooked through.
Editor’s Note: The recipe title for this dish was changed on July 9, 2020.
