Grilled chicken breasts served on a white plate with a colorful sauté of Swiss chard, onions, and peppers. The dish is set against a rustic wooden background, highlighting a healthy and vibrant meal option.
Main Kosher Salt Recipes

Buttermilk Brined Chicken with Sautéed Greens

Rich and well salted buttermilk brine keeps the chicken moist and flavorful, paired with a side of sautéed greens this dish will bring a bit of southern flair to your next event. A trio of salts from Morton helps take this dish to the next level! Morton Kosher Salt is perfect for brining because its flat and flakey crystals dissolve in water and create a crystal clear brine. Morton Fine Sea Salt melts beautifully into your sautéed greens with its delicate texture. Always finish with a sprinkle of Morton Coarse Sea Salt to bring the most flavor out of your dish.
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Ingredients Instructions

Key Information

Dish Type

Main

Time

Prep: 24 hours

Cook: 1 hour

Difficulty

medium

Serves

4

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Morton Kosher Salt
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed
  • 3 large sprigs rosemary
  • 2 lemons, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 4 lbs skin on bone in chicken breasts, thighs and legs

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Step 1

Mix all brine ingredients and whisk well. Add chicken to the brine, cover and refrigerate overnight or up to two days.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place chicken on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Roast chicken for 45 minutes, then lower oven temperature to 300 and roast another 30 minutes, until juices run clear.

Step 4

Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Finish with a sprinkle of Morton Coarse Sea Salt.

Grilled chicken breasts served on a white plate with a colorful sauté of Swiss chard, onions, and peppers. The dish is set against a rustic wooden background, highlighting a healthy and vibrant meal option.
Crispy roasted chicken thighs served alongside sautéed rainbow chard and colorful vegetables on a white plate, highlighting a healthy and flavorful meal option.

Additional Recipes & Information

Tips for success:

For Roasting- 

  • Drizzle chicken with 2 tablespoons olive oil before roasting
  • Sprinkle chicken with 1 teaspoon Morton Coarse Sea Salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground

For  Sautéed Greens- 

  • 1 ½ pounds hearty greens, such as rainbow chard, kale or collard greens
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup onion, chopped finely
  • ½ teaspoon Morton Fine Sea Salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Wash and dry greens, remove stems and roughly chop the stems and leaves. In a large skillet heat the olive oil. Add the stems and onion, season with salt, and sauté until onion is soft, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add chopped chard leaves and sauté for about 5 minutes until greens are wilted. Pour over the orange juice and apple cider vinegar and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Morton Products USED IN THIS RECIPE

Our products that bring this dish together
Morton Kosher Salt Flakes packaging, 48 oz (3 lb), featuring the brand logo and a graphic of a girl with an umbrella, highlighting trusted quality since 1848. Ideal for cooking and seasoning.

Kosher Salt Flakes 48 oz

Textured Salt To Enhance The Flavor In Any Dish.   Long enjoyed by chefs for its taste, texture and ease of use, Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is considered a fundamental ingredient that can be used to bring out the natural flavors of a wide variety of dishes. The coarse texture of Morton Kosher Salt makes it easy to grab and sprinkle just the perfect amount, allowing you to easily control the amount of salt you add to all your cooking. The compact flakes perfectly adhere to food for ideal flavor enhancement. Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is Kosher certified for use in preparing kosher meals.

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