Chicken Stock Magic: Easy Recipe for Rich, Flavorful Broth
Learn how to make rich and flavorful chicken stock with this easy recipe that will elevate your soups and sauces.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 quarts 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 whole chicken, preferably organic
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 bay leaf
- 10 peppercorns
- 4 quarts cold water
- Place the chicken in a large stockpot and cover with cold water.
- Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorns.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 4-6 hours.
- Remove the chicken and strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Let the stock cool before storing.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, roast the chicken and vegetables before adding them to the pot.
- Use the stock in your favorite recipes, or freeze for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chicken Stock, Broth Recipe, Homemade Stock