Low Fat Bouillon de Poulet

Delight in the comforting warmth of a homemade *Low Fat Bouillon de Poulet*, a French-inspired chicken broth that's both wholesome and versatile. This recipe combines lean chicken breasts with an aromatic medley of fresh vegetables, including carrots, celery, leek, and onion, simmered gently with bay leaves, fresh thyme, and black peppercorns for a light yet flavorful stock. Unlike store-bought options, this broth is low in fat and free from preservatives, making it a healthier choice for soups, stews, or even sipping on its own. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this bouillon is perfect for meal prep and can be refrigerated or frozen for future use. Whether you're using it as a comforting base for recipes or enjoying its clean, earthy flavors solo, this low-fat chicken broth is an essential addition to your culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 stalks Celery stalks
• 1 piece Leek
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 10 cups Cold water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 bunch Parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water to clean them.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and cut them into large chunks.

Step 3

Chop the celery stalks into large sections.

Step 4

Rinse the leek thoroughly and slice it into rounds.

Step 5

Halve the onion and leave the skin on to add color to the broth.

Step 6

Peel the garlic cloves and lightly smash them with the flat side of a knife.

Step 7

Place the chicken breasts, carrots, celery, leek, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and peppercorns into a large stockpot.

Step 8

Add the cold water to the pot, ensuring all the ingredients are submerged.

Step 9

Bring the pot to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Avoid letting it come to a full boil as this can make the broth cloudy.

Step 10

Skim off any foam that rises to the surface with a spoon.

Step 11

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Step 12

After cooking, remove the chicken breasts and set them aside if you'd like to use them in another recipe.

Step 13

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl to remove solids.

Step 14

Season the broth with salt and stir to dissolve.

Step 15

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving or cooling for storage.

Step 16

Use immediately as a soup base, or let cool completely and store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3246.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	826.3

Total Fat 16.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 287.8mg	0%
Sodium 3031.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 114.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 420.4mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1444.6mg	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: 18.1%

Protein: 56.0%

Carbs: 25.9%