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Homemade Chicken Broth

A clear, richly flavored chicken stock perfect for soups, sauces and risotto.

Simmer chicken, vegetables and herbs slowly to extract maximum flavor and nutrients.

Updated 4/30/2025
Homemade Chicken Broth

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

90 min

Total Time

100 min

Servings

8

Ingredients

  • Garlic - 3 cloves
  • Chicken Breast - 600 g
  • Thyme - 2 sprigs
  • Celery - 2 stalks
  • Water - 2.5 l
  • Parsley - 4 sprigs
  • Onion - 2 pieces
  • Carrots - 2 pieces
  • Salt - 1 tsp
  • Pepper - 0.5 tsp
  • Bay Leaves - 2 pieces
  • Olive Oil - 1 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.

  • Step 2

    Add chopped onions, carrots and celery; sauté 5 min.

  • Step 3

    Add chicken pieces and sear 3 min per side.

  • Step 4

    Stir in garlic, cook 1 min, then pour in cold water.

  • Step 5

    Add parsley, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns and salt.

  • Step 6

    Bring to a gentle boil, skim foam, reduce heat and simmer partly covered 75–90 min.

  • Step 7

    Strain through a fine sieve, pressing solids to release liquid.

  • Step 8

    Cool, then refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze 3 months.

Cook's Notes

Save leftover roast-chicken bones in the freezer and add them to the next batch for an even deeper flavor.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

35
Calories
1g
Fat
1g
Carbs
5g
Protein