🔍The bone-in chicken thigh is the most flavorful and juicy cut of fried chicken.
⏱️A 2-hour wet brine produces the juiciest and most flavorful chicken.
🌶️Spiced buttermilk, Asian-style, and pickle brines can add extra flavor to fried chicken.
🍗Different cuts of chicken have varying levels of flavor and tenderness, with dark meat being juicier than white meat.
🧂Salt plays a crucial role in brining chicken, helping it retain moisture and improve seasoning.
What is the best cut of chicken for fried chicken?
—The bone-in chicken thigh is the most flavorful and juicy cut for fried chicken.
How long should I brine chicken for?
—A 2-hour wet brine produces the juiciest and most flavorful chicken, but brining for 30 minutes can still improve the texture and taste.
Can I add extra flavor to my fried chicken?
—Yes, you can experiment with spiced buttermilk, Asian-style, or pickle brines to add extra flavor to your fried chicken.
Is dark meat or white meat better for fried chicken?
—Dark meat, such as chicken thighs, is generally juicier and more flavorful than white meat.
Why is salt important in brining chicken?
—Salt helps the chicken retain moisture, resulting in juicier and more flavorful fried chicken.
00:00Marion embarks on a quest to find the perfect fried chicken recipe.
03:56She explores different cuts of chicken, including bone-in chicken thigh, which she finds to be the most flavorful and juicy.
10:11Marion tests the effects of wet brining on the texture and flavor of fried chicken, finding that a 2-hour brine produces the juiciest results.
11:28She experiments with spiced buttermilk, Asian-style, and pickle brines to add extra flavor to her fried chicken.
11:56Marion concludes that dark meat is generally juicier and more flavorful than white meat.
12:23Salt plays a crucial role in brining chicken, helping it retain moisture and improve seasoning.
