How to make chicken broth

Learn how to make chicken broth and how it differs from chicken stock. An easy and simple recipe that does not contain sodium.

5 from 1 vote

Course: Al La Carte

Cuisine: American, Healthy, Mediterranean

Keyword: Homemade chicken broth, Homemade chicken stock, How to make chicken broth, How to make chicken stock, No sodium chicken broth

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 4 30

Cooling Time: 1

Total Time: 1 5 35

Servings: cup

Calories: 137kcal

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In a stock pot, add all the ingredients. Use medium low to low heat.
2 pounds chicken bones and meat combination, 4 quarts cold tap water, 1/2 small parsnip, 1/2 cup leeks, 1/2 cup onions, 1/2 cup celery, 3 -4 fresh parsley stems only, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, 1 bay leaf, 10 - 12 whole black peppercorns, 1 small fresh garlic clove
When the liquid starts to show signs of starting to simmer and it looks a bit foamy (whitish impurities), use a fine mesh strainer to gently skim the impurities off and discard it.
Note: This step will take a little while since the liquid is cold and the heat is low - usually 30 to 45 minutes.
Do not let the stock come to a rolling boil otherwise the impurities will roll back into the broth and it will be difficult to remove.
Once the impurities are removed, continue simmering the broth on low for 3 to 4 hours.
Note: Never let the broth come to a full rolling boil. And no need to cover the pot. If you plan on doubling the amount of broth, simmer for 5 to 6 hours.
Turn off the heat and strain the broth into a plastic container using a fine mesh strainer. Cool completely before refrigerating.
Note: To cool quickly, place container in an ice bath.
The stock is now ready to use to make soups or stews.

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