Does soaking chicken in water before cooking remove salt?

Here's why:

* Salt dissolves in water. When salt is added to chicken, it dissolves into the meat and becomes part of it.

* Soaking doesn't reverse the process. Soaking in water won't magically pull the dissolved salt back out.

* Water only washes away surface salt. If there is any excess salt on the surface of the chicken, soaking might remove some of it. However, this is a negligible amount compared to the salt that has already dissolved into the meat.

To reduce salt in your chicken, consider these options:

* Rinse the chicken thoroughly before cooking. This can remove any excess surface salt.

* Use less salt when seasoning.

* Choose lower-sodium chicken broth or stock.

* Season with herbs and spices instead of salt.

Remember, even if you soak your chicken in water, it's always a good idea to taste it before serving and adjust seasoning accordingly.