Homemade Chicken Stock Recipe

Learn how to make flavorful chicken stock from scratch with this easy recipe. Homemade chicken stock is a versatile ingredient that can be used as a base for soups, sauces, risottos, and many other dishes. It adds a rich and savory taste to your culinary creations while providing essential nutrients. Follow this recipe to make a delicious and nutritious chicken stock that will elevate the flavor of your recipes.

Ingredients

• 4 pounds chicken bones or a whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 large onions, quartered
• 4 carrots, roughly chopped
• 4 celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 8 cups water

Directions

1. Place the chicken bones or chicken pieces in a large stockpot.
2. Add the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
3. Pour in the water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
4. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 2 hours, skimming off any impurities that float to the surface.
5. After 2 hours, remove the pot from the heat and strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or container.
6. Let the stock cool, then refrigerate it overnight.
7. The next day, remove any solidified fat that has risen to the top of the stock.
8. You can now use the chicken stock immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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