Good Eats Chicken Stock (From Alton Brown) Recipe

Name: Good Eats Chicken Stock (From Alton Brown)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs chicken carcasses, including necks and backs; 1 large onion, quartered; 4 carrots, peeled and cut in half; 4 celery ribs, cut in half; 1 leek, white part only, cut in half lengthwise; 10 sprigs fresh thyme; 10 sprigs fresh parsley, with stems; 2 bay leaves; 8 peppercorns; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 gallons cold water

Servings: persons

4 lbs chicken carcasses, including necks and backs
1 large onion, quartered
4 carrots, peeled and cut in half
4 celery ribs, cut in half
1 leek, white part only, cut in half lengthwise
10 sprigs fresh thyme
10 sprigs fresh parsley, with stems
2 bay leaves
8 peppercorns
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 gallons cold water

1
Place chicken, vegetables, and herbs and spices in 12-quart stockpot. Set opened steamer basket directly on ingredients in pot and pour over water. Cook on high heat until you begin to see bubbles break through the surface of the liquid.
2
Turn heat down to medium low so that stock maintains low, gentle simmer. Skim the scum from the stock with a spoon or fine mesh strainer every 10 to 15 minutes for the first hour of cooking and twice each hour for the next 2 hours. Add hot water as needed to keep bones and vegetables submerged. Simmer uncovered for 6 to 8 hours.
3
Strain stock through a fine mesh strainer into another large stockpot or heatproof container discarding the solids. Cool immediately in large cooler of ice or a sink full of ice water to below 40 degrees. Place in refrigerator overnight.
4
Remove solidified fat from surface of liquid and store in container with lid in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days or in freezer for up to 3 months. Prior to use, bring to boil for 2 minutes. Use as a base for soups and sauces.

969

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

149

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs chicken carcasses, including necks and backs, 1 large onion, quartered, 4 carrots, peeled and cut in half, 4 celery ribs, cut in half, and more.

Yes, Good Eats Chicken Stock (From Alton Brown) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Good Eats Chicken Stock (From Alton Brown)

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