Gluten-Free Bouillon de Poulet

Savor the comforting, wholesome flavors of this Gluten-Free Bouillon de Poulet, a traditional French chicken stock that serves as a versatile base for soups, stews, and sauces. Made with a whole chicken and a medley of aromatic vegetables and herbs, including bay leaves, thyme, parsley, and garlic, this recipe is slow-simmered to perfection over three hours for a deeply flavorful and nutrient-rich broth. This gluten-free alternative to store-bought bouillon ensures purity and freshness, while its simple, all-natural ingredients make it ideal for those with dietary sensitivities. Perfect for meal prep, it can be refrigerated or frozen, providing a healthy and delicious base for countless culinary creations.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 medium (3-4 pounds) whole chicken
• 3 large carrots
• 3 large celery stalks
• 1 large onion
• 2 leaf bay leaves
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 6 sprigs fresh parsley
• 10 corns black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 16 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and set it aside.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and cut them into halves. Chop the celery stalks into thirds. Peel the onion and quarter it.

Step 3

Place the chicken in a large stockpot. Add the carrots, celery, onion, bay leaves, garlic cloves, thyme sprigs, parsley sprigs, and black peppercorns.

Step 4

Pour 16 cups of water into the stockpot until the chicken and vegetables are completely submerged.

Step 5

Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the pot.

Step 6

Bring the pot to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low to maintain a simmer.

Step 7

Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface periodically.

Step 8

Simmer the stock uncovered for about 3 hours. Stir occasionally to ensure the chicken remains submerged.

Step 9

After 3 hours, turn off the heat and carefully remove the chicken using tongs. Let it cool before shredding or discarding the meat (the meat can be used in other recipes).

Step 10

Strain the remaining broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another large pot or bowl to remove the vegetables and spices.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt if necessary. Allow the stock to cool, then refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Step 12

Use this gluten-free bouillon de poulet as a base for soups, stews, or sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5811.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	432.7

Total Fat 12.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 102.1mg	0%
Sodium 7590.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 33.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 493.2mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1894.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.6%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 46.5%