wikiHow Chicken Brine Shopping List * 4 bone-in chicken breasts or 8 bone-in chicken thighs * 1/2 cup kosher salt * 1/2 cup granulated sugar * 2 quarts cold water * 2 bay leaves * 1 tablespoon black peppercorns * 1 tablespoon dried thyme * 1 tablespoon dried rosemary * 1 tablespoon garlic powder * 1 tablespoon onion powder Page