Homemade Chicken Broth

Learn how to make homemade chicken broth with this easy recipe. It's rich in flavor and great to have on hand for soups, stews, and more.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings servings

In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients.
4 pounds whole chicken, 2 ribs celery, 2 carrots, 2 cloves garlic, 1 large yellow onion, 4 sprigs flat leaf Italian parsley, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and then reduce to low heat.
Water
Maintain a slow simmer and cook for two hours.
Remove chicken to a plate or pan and set aside. Strain the vegetables and herbs from the broth and discard them.
Store the broth in a covered container in the refrigerator until ready to use. Or freeze for up to 3 months.

Although I sometimes use glass jars to store this broth, this is not a canning recipe. The broth must be kept in the refrigerator or freezer.

To freeze, portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to three months. I find that freezing in quarts works best for me. You might prefer to portion into pints. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.