Homemade Chicken Stock Recipe

Name: Homemade Chicken Stock
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds raw chicken parts or raw or cooked carcasses; Pinch of salt; 4 carrots; 2 large onions, 1 stuck with 2 whole cloves; 1 rib celery; 1 leek, white and tender green parts, halved lengthwise and washed; 1 bouquet garni: parsley leaves, bay leaves, and celery leaves tied with cotton twine, or secured in a mesh wire ball; A heavy stockpot; A large colander; Cheesecloth

Servings: persons

4 pounds raw chicken parts or raw or cooked carcasses
Pinch of salt
4 carrots
2 large onions, 1 stuck with 2 whole cloves
1 rib celery
1 leek, white and tender green parts, halved lengthwise and washed
1 bouquet garni: parsley leaves, bay leaves, and celery leaves tied with cotton twine, or secured in a mesh wire ball
A heavy stockpot
A large colander
Cheesecloth

1
Place the chicken pieces in the stockpot and cover with cold water by at least 2 inches.
2
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
3
Skim to remove the scum that rises to the surface.
4
Add additional cold water to replace the water removed and continue skimming until the broth is clear.
5
Add the salt, vegetables, and bouquet garni.
6
Return the liquid to a gentle simmer and simmer gently for 2 hours.
7
Skim and degrease as necessary.
8
Line the colander with a double layer of dampened cheesecloth and place the colander over a large bowl.
9
Ladle the broth into the colander; discard the solids.
10
Refrigerate the stock, and spoon off all traces of fat that rise to the surface.
11
The stock may be safely refrigerated for 3 or 4 days, or can be frozen for up to 6 months.

822

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

143

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds raw chicken parts or raw or cooked carcasses, Pinch of salt, 4 carrots, 2 large onions, 1 stuck with 2 whole cloves, and more.

Yes, Homemade Chicken Stock 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.

Homemade Chicken Stock

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