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Instructions
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Remove excess fat from chicken pieces as necessary. Place the chicken parts/bones in a large stock pot with the onion, carrot, celery, thyme, parsley, bay leaf and peppercorns. Wrap thyme, parsley, bay leaf and peppercorns in cheesecloth secured with kitchen twine for a bouquet garni if desired. Add enough water to cover the ingredients by 2".
2
Bring the mixture to a boil and immediately reduce the heat to medium low. Simmer uncovered for about 4 hours, skimming any scum off the top occasionally.
3
Remove the pot from heat and carefully strain into a large bowl using a fine mesh strainer and cool completely. If a layer of fat has formed at the top, remove it before storing.
4
Store chicken stock in the refrigerator or portion and freeze in air tight containers.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Roast Your Bones First 🔥Roast chicken bones at 400°F for 30 minutes before simmering to develop deep, complex flavors that store-bought stock simply cannot match.
- Maintain a Gentle Simmer ⚡Keep the stock at a bare simmer rather than a rolling boil to prevent cloudy liquid and ensure a clear, silky mouthfeel—aim for just a few lazy bubbles breaking the surface.
- Skim Early and Often 🥄Remove impurities with a spoon or skimmer during the first 30 minutes of cooking to achieve crystal-clear stock with a superior, refined taste.
- Freeze in Portions for Flexibility 🧊Pour cooled stock into ice cube trays or small containers so you can easily grab exactly the amount you need for recipes without thawing entire batches.
- Chill to Solidify Fat 🌡️Refrigerate your finished stock overnight so the fat layer solidifies on top—simply lift it off for a cleaner, less greasy stock with concentrated chicken flavor.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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