Viral Salt & Vinegar Chicken

25m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Put on gloves and prepare to show how to make the viral salt and vinegar chicken.
  2. 2Add about 1 cup of salt to about 3 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a large bowl.
  3. 3Cover the chicken and salt with white distilled vinegar.
  4. 4Stir the chicken, salt, and vinegar mixture with a gloved hand to combine and allow it to sit for about 15 minutes.
  5. 5Head outside to the grill and open the lid.
  6. 6Spray the grill grates with cooking oil.
  7. 7Place the chicken thighs on the hot grill, ensuring quick bursts of spray oil to prevent flares.
  8. 8Flip the chicken thighs to get grill marks on both sides, ensuring they cook through on high heat.
  9. 9Move the cooked chicken thighs to an aluminum pan.
  10. 10Carry the grilled chicken back into the kitchen.
  11. 11Plate a piece of chicken and cut it to show the inside.
  12. 12Taste the chicken.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup salt
  • 1 quart white distilled vinegar

Equipment

large mixing bowlgrilltongsaluminum pan

Tips

  • This method is called a flash brine, requiring only 15 minutes of marination for flavor.
  • When grilling, brush oil on the grate or use spray oil in quick bursts to avoid flares.
  • Finish grilling the chicken on the higher, hotter rack for better browning without overcooking.
  • The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 175 degrees.