Homemade Chicken Broth Tips
What’s the difference between chicken broth and chicken stock?
Chicken broth is made with meat and bones and is simmered on the stove for a relatively short amount of time. It's got a light chicken flavor and is perfect to use in soups, like our
ultimate chicken noodle soup. Chicken stock is made from bones that are first roasted in the oven, then simmered for hours on the stove. The increased cooking time pulls more collagen from the bones, which deepens the flavor of the stock. It’s excellent for making sauces, like the ones in these
comforting recipes that call for chicken stock.
Can you overcook chicken broth?
If you’ve added vegetables to the broth, yes you can overcook chicken broth! Carrots, celery and onion add wonderful flavor, but if they’re left to simmer too long, they can leave a strong, bitter flavor that takes over the broth.
How can I make chicken broth more flavorful?
Once the broth has finished cooking, remove the meat, bones and vegetables and continue to simmer until reduced by one third. You'll end up with a rich, luscious flavor. You can also use pan drippings from roast chicken to add to the sauce. Save it in the freezer after cooking, then pop it into your homemade broth.
How can I make chicken broth in a pinch?
If you make chicken wings at home, keep the wings and backs in your freezer and pull them out when it’s time to make broth. Use up your leftover homemade chicken broth in these
chicken broth recipes!
Research contributed by Christina Herbst, Taste of Home Assistant Digital Editor
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 25 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 130mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.