Chicken Broth
A comforting and flavorful chicken broth, perfect for soups and as a base for many dishes.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 50kcal
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken about 3-4 lbs
- 2 large carrots chopped
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 onion quartered
- 4 garlic cloves smashed
- 1 bay leaf
- 10 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs parsley, thyme
Instructions
- Rinse the whole chicken under cold water.
- Place the chicken in a large pot and cover it with water.
- Add chopped carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
- Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Remove the chicken and set aside to cool.
- Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Season the broth with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot or use as a base for other dishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 2g