Brine Help?

[bigpinkoak]

Got 4 chickens in apple cider and kosher salt brine for about an hour now and I have been called to the hospital. I was going to brine for about 4 to 5 hours, but I could be at the hospital for about 8 to 10.  Any suggestions on what to do?  I have to leave in 2 hours and won't be able to start smoking until I get back.

 

[rbranstner]

I don't know how much salt you have in your brine but mine uses a fair amount and I always brine mine over night so I would think you would be fine to leave them in until you get back.

 

[uncle_lar]

I usually brine poultry for up to 12 hours with no problems sometimes over night

I think another 8-10 hours will be fine

just be sure and rinse well before you smoke to be sure they arent too salty

 

[oldschoolbbq]

Bigpinkoak, if it were me,I'd take them out and do the brine when you get back.

I feel they would be too salty in for 8 hrs,(or whatever)

You'll probably get others in a bit,so sit back andsee what kind of answers you get

Have fun and remember to,

 

[porked]

I always brine overnight, never had a problem. I would just make sure you rinse them off well, perhaps let them sit in some clean water for an hour and you should be good to go.

 

[venture]

Assuming you are doing the brine in the fridge, you will be fine.

 

[SmokinAl]

I agree overnight would be ok. Just soak in water for an hour or so like Porked said, before you smoke them.

 

[lubbocksmoker]

Howdy,

I have been brinning mine for about 12 to 14 hours, no prob's here. Make sure to rinse well and good luck.

I use 1 cup kosher salt and 1/2 cup sugar to a gallan of water. Always taste great.