Enhance the flavor of your barbecued chicken this summer with a secret weapon: kefir. By creating a kefir marinade for chicken, you can experience new flavor profiles when cooking. A kefir chicken marinade also allows for a more juicy texture when the recipe is completed.
Acidic qualities of this thick, often effervescent, dairy beverage make for a perfect marinade. When combined with seasonings like garlic and cayenne pepper, this brine brings well-rounded flavor every time.
30min
Prep time
6
Servings
Kefir-Brined Barbecue Chicken Recipe
Enhance the flavor of your barbecued chicken this summer with a secret weapon: kefir. By creating a kefir marinade for chicken, you can experience new flavor profiles when cooking. A kefir chicken marinade also allows for a more juicy texture when the recipe is completed.
Acidic qualities of this thick, often effervescent, dairy beverage make for a perfect marinade. When combined with seasonings like garlic and cayenne pepper, this brine brings well-rounded flavor every time.
Enhance the flavor of your barbecued chicken this summer with a secret weapon: kefir. By creating a kefir marinade for chicken, you can experience new flavor profiles when cooking. A kefir chicken marinade also allows for a more juicy texture when the recipe is completed.
Acidic qualities of this thick, often effervescent, dairy beverage make for a perfect marinade. When combined with seasonings like garlic and cayenne pepper, this brine brings well-rounded flavor every time.
Whisk the kefir together with brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
Arrange the chicken in a resealable container or plastic zip-top bag. Add brine mixture and distribute evenly over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to overnight.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, and pat it dry with paper towels. Allow the chicken to come to room temperature for approximately 30 minutes before grilling.
Heat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grease the grill grates lightly with vegetable oil.
Transfer chicken breasts to grill and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken develops deep char marks, basting periodically with melted butter. Flip chicken breasts and continue cooking for another 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
Remove chicken from the grill. Cover and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
