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Chicken Bone Broth Recipe: Rich, Flavorful, and Easy to Make

This homemade chicken bone broth is rich, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for sipping, making soups, or enhancing your favorite recipes, this broth is made with simple ingredients and slow-simmered to extract maximum benefits. Whether you’re looking to boost immunity, improve digestion, or just enjoy a warm, comforting drink, this easy-to-make broth is a game-changer.

  • Total Time: 12-24 hours
  • Yield: 6-8 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 23 lbs chicken bones (carcass, wings, feet, drumsticks)

  • 10 cups filtered water

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 large onion, quartered

  • 2 carrots, chopped

  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 1 tsp black peppercorns

  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • 12 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bones: If using raw bones, roast them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-30 minutes to enhance flavor.

  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large stockpot, slow cooker, or Instant Pot, add the bones, vegetables, apple cider vinegar, and seasonings.

  3. Add Water: Pour in the filtered water until the bones are fully submerged.

  4. Simmer:

    • Stovetop: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a low simmer for 12-24 hours.

    • Slow Cooker: Set to low and cook for 18-24 hours.

    • Instant Pot: Set to high pressure for 2-3 hours, then allow natural release.

  5. Skim Foam: Occasionally skim off any foam that rises to the top for a cleaner broth.

  6. Strain: Remove bones and vegetables using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth.

  7. Cool & Store: Let the broth cool before transferring it to airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

 


Notes

  • For a gelatinous broth: Use chicken feet and wings, which are high in collagen.

  • Flavor Boosters: Add ginger, turmeric, or miso for extra depth and health benefits.

  • Storage Tip: Freeze in silicone ice cube trays for easy portioning.

  • Uses: Sip as a warm drink, use as a base for soups, or cook grains like rice and quinoa with it.

  • Author: recipes gather
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-24 hours
  • Category: Broth / Soup Base
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 40 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 1.5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg