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A steaming tray of oven-roasted chicken drumsticks on a rustic wooden kitchen counter, perfectly browned and ready to be used for a homemade chicken broth recipe. The warm lighting enhances the rich, golden tones of the roasted chicken.

Easy Chicken Broth Recipe (5 Simple Steps!)

chicken broth recipe is a nutrient-rich, flavorful liquid made by slowly simmering chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs for 12-24 hours. It creates a versatile base for soups and dishes, packed with minerals and healing properties, and can be easily stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Broth Recipe
Prep Time: 17 minutes
Cook Time: 19 hours
Total Time: 19 hours 17 minutes
Servings: 9 cups of chicken broth
Calories: 50kcal
Cost: $7

Equipment

  • Large stockpot or slow cooker
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Cheesecloth (optional)
  • Glass storage containers
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Roasting pan

Ingredients

For the Broth

  • 3-4 pounds chicken bones mix of wings, backs, feet
  • 2 large onions quartered
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2-3 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Cold water to cover

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley chopped

Optional Flavor Boosters

  • 1-2 cloves garlic
  • 1- inch piece of ginger
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Bones

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Spread chicken bones on roasting pan
  • Roast for 30-45 minutes until golden brown

Build Broth Base

  • Transfer roasted bones to large stockpot
  • Add chopped vegetables, herbs, peppercorns
  • Pour cold water to cover ingredients
  • Add apple cider vinegar

Slow Simmer

  • Bring to gentle boil
  • Reduce heat to lowest setting
  • Simmer 12-24 hours
  • Skim foam occasionally
  • Do not stir; allow gentle extraction of nutrients

Strain and Finish

  • Remove from heat
  • Let cool 30-60 minutes
  • Strain through fine-mesh strainer
  • Discard solids
  • Optional: Strain again through cheesecloth for clarity

Storage

  • Transfer to airtight containers
  • Refrigerate up to 5 days
  • Freeze up to 3 months
  • Leave 1-inch space in containers for expansion

Notes

  • Use fresh bones
  • Roast for deeper flavor
  • Low, slow cooking extracts nutrients
  • Skim foam for clarity
  • Vinegar helps mineral extraction
  • Flexible bone choices
  • Adjust herbs
  • Vegetable variations welcome

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 9g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 250mg