Kittencal's Best Chicken Stock Broth Crock Pot Option
Elevate your homemade soups, stews, and sauces with Kittencal's Best Chicken Stock Broth, a foolproof crock pot recipe that combines simplicity with rich, restaurant-quality flavor. Using a wholesome mix of a chicken carcass or bone-in chicken pieces, aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, plus a touch of garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns, this slow cooker broth develops deep, comforting layers of flavor over 8-10 hours of low, gentle heat. The stress-free preparation requires just 15 minutes of prep time, allowing you to let the crock pot do the work while you go about your day. A finishing touch of fresh parsley and a bit of salt enhances the natural taste, resulting in a golden, versatile stock that's perfect for sipping on its own or as a base for your favorite dishes. Store it in your fridge or freezer for an easy-to-grab, nutrient-packed cooking companion. Whether you're making chicken noodle soup or creamy risotto, this broth will become your kitchen essential.
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Ingredients
- 1 large Chicken carcass or bone-in chicken pieces
- 2 large Carrots
- 2 large Celery stalks
- 1 large Onion
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 Bay leaves
- 10 Whole black peppercorns
- 1 small bunch Fresh parsley
- 12 cups Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
1. Remove any large pieces of skin and excess fat from the chicken carcass or pieces to ensure a cleaner broth.
Step 2
2. Peel the carrots and cut them into large chunks. Do the same for the celery and onion.
Step 3
3. Smash the garlic cloves with the side of a knife to release their flavor. No need to peel them.
Step 4
4. Place the chicken carcass or bone-in pieces into the crock pot.
Step 5
5. Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic cloves, bay leaves, peppercorns, and parsley on top of the chicken.
Step 6
6. Pour the cold water into the crock pot, making sure the ingredients are fully submerged but not overflowing. Add the salt.
Step 7
7. Cover and set the crock pot to low heat. Cook the broth for 8-10 hours, or overnight. The longer it cooks, the richer the flavor will be.
Step 8
8. Once cooking is complete, turn off the crock pot and let it cool slightly (about 15-20 minutes).
Step 9
9. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or container. Discard solids.
Step 10
10. Let the broth cool completely, then refrigerate. Once chilled, skim off any solidified fat on the surface if desired.
Step 11
11. Store the broth in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3463.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 471.2 |
| Total Fat 17.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 70mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2747.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.5g | |
| Protein 27.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 433.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1801.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories