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Simple & Tasty Chicken Stock Recipes

Simple & Tasty Chicken Stock Recipes

This homemade chicken stock recipe is easy to prepare, flavorful, and perfect for soups and stews.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lb chicken bones
  • 2 cup carrots, chopped
  • 2 cup celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, quartered No need to peel
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tsp peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 12 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Place chicken bones, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a large stockpot.
  • Add water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer gently uncovered for 3 hours, occasionally skimming off any foam or fat.
  • Strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or pot and discard solids.
  • Stir in salt, then let the stock cool before refrigerating or freezing.

Notes

This chicken stock can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.