Basic Chicken Stock

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
5%
Basic Chicken Stock
100 min.
4
208kcal

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Welcome to the comforting world of homemade chicken stock! There's something truly magical about the rich aroma that fills your kitchen as you simmer this basic chicken stock. It’s not only a cornerstone of countless recipes but also a nourishing, flavorful base that elevates everything from soups to risottos. If you've ever enjoyed a hearty bowl of chicken soup, the secret behind that warmth and depth comes from a well-crafted stock.

This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe features simple, wholesome ingredients: tender chicken parts, vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, and aromatic herbs. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also budget-friendly and allows you to utilize chicken parts you might otherwise overlook. The process is straightforward: just toss everything into a pot, let it simmer, and watch as the flavors meld together into a delicious broth.

In approximately 100 minutes, you’ll have a flavorful stock that’s perfect for any meal. With its satisfying blend of nutrients, it's a great addition to your lunch or dinner menus, whether you’re cooking for yourself or a crowd. Plus, this stock's versatility means it can be used in a variety of dishes, making it an essential staple in your culinary repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and unleash the flavor of homemade chicken stock in your kitchen today!

Ingredients

  • large carrots 
  • stalks celery 
  • pound chicken parts 
  •  eggs 
  • large onion 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve
  • dutch oven
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Quarter onion. Chop scrubbed celery and carrot into 1 inch chunks.
  2. Place chicken pieces, onion, celery, carrot, salt, and cloves in large soup pot or Dutch oven.
  3. Add 6 cups water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. Remove chicken and vegetables. Strain stock. Skim fat off the surface.
  5. To clarify stock for clear soup, removing solid flecks that are too small to be strained out with cheesecloth, follow this method. Separate the egg white from the egg yolk, and reserve the shell. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup cold water, egg white, and crushed eggshell.
  6. Add to strained stock, and bring to a boil.
  7. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Strain again through a sieve lined with cheesecloth.

Nutrition Facts

Calories208kcal
Protein32.07%
Fat55.89%
Carbs12.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.46
Glycemic Load
1.48
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.643043341844%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.86mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
7.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:208.1kcal
10.4%
Fat:12.79g
19.68%
Saturated Fat:3.7g
23.14%
Carbohydrates:6.2g
2.07%
Net Carbohydrates:4.58g
1.66%
Sugar:2.89g
3.21%
Cholesterol:98.75mg
32.92%
Sodium:979.57mg
42.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.52g
33.03%
Vitamin A:3309.89IU
66.2%
Vitamin B3:5.57mg
27.84%
Selenium:14.81µg
21.16%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.03%
Phosphorus:159.51mg
15.95%
Vitamin K:12.51µg
11.91%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.62%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.39%
Potassium:351.45mg
10.04%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.67%
Folate:31.14µg
7.79%
Vitamin C:6mg
7.27%
Magnesium:25.97mg
6.49%
Fiber:1.62g
6.49%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.25%
Iron:1.09mg
6.04%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.74%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.62%
Calcium:41.75mg
4.17%
Copper:0.08mg
3.94%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.69%
Vitamin D:0.37µg
2.49%
Source:Allrecipes