The Best Chicken You Will Ever Eat

Name: The Best Chicken You Will Ever Eat
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: Serves 6 to 12
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, whole; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast; 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds; 1/2 tablespoon coconut aminos; 1 bay leaf; 8 cups water; 3 tablespoons salt; 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1/2 tablespoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin

Inspired by Cook’s Illustrated & an Essay by Michael Pollan

Preparation info

Serves
6 to 12

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 10

Appears in

Well Fed

By Melissa Joulwan

Published 2011

About

The grill is not always kind to our lean, reliable friend, the skinless, boneless breast. But this recipe unlocks the secrets of juicy, flavorful meat with minimal work. Infused with zing from a relatively quick brining and coated in a fragrant blend of spices, this chicken gets a sexy finish with a drizzle of Moroccan Dipping Sauce.

Ingredients

Brining

2 garlic cloves, whole
8 cups water
3 tablespoons

Main course
Gluten-free
Spicy

Method

Directions

Secret #1: Brining

You will think this step is not necessary. You will, perhaps, find it too fussy. Ignore those feelings, and put the chicken in the salty spa. Trust.

Place the garlic cloves on a cutting board and place the flat side of a knife on top of them. With your fist, lightly strike the knife to crack the