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chicken broth

Recipe by
RC :)
Reading, PA

For use in gravy or soup.

yield 8 cups
prep time 20 Min
cook time 3 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For chicken broth

  • 2 1/2 - 3 lb
    bone-in chicken pieces
  • 2
    celery stalks, with leaves, cut into chunks
  • 2
    medium carrots, cut into chunks
  • 2
    medium onions, cut into chunks
  • 2
    bay leaves
  • 2
    chicken bouillon packets
  • 1 tsp
    chicken seasoning
  • 1 tsp
    parsley
  • 1/2 tsp
    coarsely ground pepper
  • 2 qt
    cold water

How To Make chicken broth

  • 1
    Place all ingredients in a large pot. Slowly bring to a boil, reduce heat, and skim off any foam.
  • 2
    Cover and simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • 3
    Remove chicken and set aside.
  • 4
    Strain broth, discard vegetables and seasonings, strain again. Refrigerate to allow fat to rise and harden. Skim fat from surface before using.
  • 5
    Remove meat from bones and save for another use, if desired.
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