Chicken broth, a culinary staple and a cornerstone of many cuisines worldwide, is an aromatic liquid gold that elevates soups, stews, gravies, and sauces to new heights of flavor. Simmered gently with a symphony of chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs, this versatile broth unlocks a treasure trove of umami-rich goodness. It's a kitchen workhorse, adding depth and complexity to countless dishes, whether it's a classic chicken noodle soup, a hearty pot pie, or a delicate poached fish.
In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of chicken broth recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. From the traditional method of simmering a whole chicken to creating a flavorful broth from leftover roasted bones, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to ensure a rich and satisfying result. We also delve into the art of making chicken broth in a slow cooker, a convenient option for busy home cooks, and explore the nuances of using a pressure cooker to extract maximum flavor in less time.
For those seeking a vegetarian or vegan alternative, we offer a delightful vegetable broth recipe, brimming with the goodness of fresh vegetables and herbs. And for those with a penchant for Asian cuisine, our Japanese dashi recipe, crafted with kombu seaweed and dried shiitake mushrooms, brings a unique umami dimension to your culinary creations.
Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article equips you with the knowledge and recipes to create exceptional chicken broth that will transform your everyday meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN BROTH
Wondering how to make chicken broth at home? Learn here! Rich in chicken flavor, this traditional broth is lightly seasoned with herbs. Besides making wonderful chicken soups, this chicken stock recipe can be used in casseroles, rice dishes and other recipes that call for chicken broth. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h40m
Yield about 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a soup kettle or Dutch oven. Slowly bring to a boil; reduce heat until mixture is just at a simmer. Simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 hours, skimming foam as necessary. , Set chicken aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones. Discard bones; save meat for another use. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and seasonings. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Skim fat from surface.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
CHICKEN BONE BROTH
This stovetop chicken bone broth begins with the traditional method of roasting bones to draw out the marrow, and is followed up with a slow simmer, using slight seasonings and vinegar to help draw out flavor.
Provided by Diana71
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Broth and Stock Recipes Chicken Stock Recipes
Time 4h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Place chicken bones onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Place baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast bones for 30 minutes.
- Gently transfer bones from the baking sheet into a large and heavy stockpot. Add onion and enough water to cover the bones by 2 inches. Add vinegar, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, leaving enough space for steam to escape, for 4 to 5 hours. Check occasionally for froth or foam that develops on top of the water, removing it with a large spoon.
- Remove from the heat and let cool. Strain broth through a fine mesh strainer into a clean pot. Let cool completely. Store in the refrigerator and use within 5 days or freeze until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1214.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BONE BROTH
This slow-cooked bone broth uses roasted bones and unpeeled veggies, which produces a much deeper flavor and darker color. For a lighter-colored broth, omit the roasting step and use peeled veggies. The longer this simmers, the richer it gets, however don't go longer than 48 hours as the flavor can turn bitter. Make sure about half your bones are collagen-rich, such as chicken backs, feet, or wings. Season with additional salt, if desired, upon serving.
Provided by France C
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Broth and Stock Recipes Chicken Stock Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place chicken bones, garlic cloves, carrots, celery, and onion on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Transfer roasted bones and vegetables into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add vinegar, bay leaves, salt, and peppercorns. Cover completely with water and cook on Low for 24 to 48 hours, adding 1 to 2 cups more water during the cooking process, to keep bones submerged.
- Strain broth using a fine mesh strainer. Pour into jars and refrigerate until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 376.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
CHICKEN BROTH
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 3h5m
Yield about 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the chicken, vegetables, herbs, and peppercorns in a large stockpot. Pour in enough water to just cover the chicken completely. Heat the water to just under a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a very low simmer, so that 1 or 2 bubbles break the surface of the broth about once a minute. Skim any fat and scum from the surface with a ladle, large spoon, or skimmer. (To prevent losing a lot of stock when skimming, put the skimmed liquid into a degreasing cup, and return any useable broth back to the pot.) Cook for about 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through but not dry.
- Remove the chicken from the pot, but continue to simmer the broth. Cool the chicken for about 10 minutes. Cut the chicken meat from the bone, and reserve for a chicken salad, soup, or other recipe. Return the bones to the pot and cook for 1 hour.
- Strain into a non-reactive container, like another pot, a large bowl, or plastic quart or pint containers. Fill the sink with a mixture of ice and cold water so it comes about halfway up the sides of the container. Nestle the broth in the ice bath. (Stirring the broth speeds up the cooling process.) Cover and refrigerate or freeze the broth for future use. Broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If the broth is unused after 5 days bring it to a boil before using.
CHICKEN BONE BROTH
This is how we make chicken bone broth at home. If you'd like, you can switch out the herbs and vegetables for others you prefer. For example, you could add leeks, celery, or a different type of onion. Roast the vegetables first for added depth of flavor and color. Be sure to keep the ingredients covered by adding water just to cover through- out the simmering process. The pot can be left overnight to simmer on your stove; however, be sure there is enough liquid in the pot before you go to bed, and keep the flame low. Too much evaporation will result in a burnt batch.
Provided by Katherine & Ryan Harvey
Categories HarperCollins Soup/Stew Chicken Carrot Onion Herb Winter
Yield Makes 4 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Remove the wings, thighs, drumsticks, and breasts from the chickens.
- Place the carcasses, wings, necks, and innards that came inside the chicken on a baking sheet and place in the preheated oven. Roast until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. For a lighter flavor, skip this step. If you're planning to drink the broth by itself, or with herbs or seasonings, this step adds a nice depth of flavor, umami, and richness our tongues can't get enough of.
- Place the bones, feet, and vinegar in a stockpot or slow cooker, at least 10 quarts in size, and cover with the cold water. If using a stockpot, bring the water to a boil over high heat. If using a slow cooker, turn the temperature to high. Once simmering, reduce heat to low, cook for 30 minutes, skimming and discarding the scum that rises to the top. Add the ice and skim off any fat that congeals on the top along with any other scum or impurities. Simmer uncovered for 12 to 15 hours, adding more water as necessary just to keep the bones covered.
- Add the carrots, onions, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves and simmer for another 5 hours. Continue to skim off any impurities; add water as necessary to keep the ingredients covered.
- Gently strain or ladle the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a container. Fill your sink with ice water. Place the container of broth in the ice bath to cool for about 1 hour. Use the broth right away, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 year.
- Remove any fat that has solidified on the top before using. You may discard this fat or use it as you would any other cooking fat.
CHICKEN BROTH
Great soup makes great broth. Makes a lot, but sooo much better than the canned store bought or bouillon cube made broth.
Provided by JW
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Broth and Stock Recipes Chicken Stock Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine water, chicken, carrots, celery, onions, leeks, sea salt, garlic, garlic powder, rosemary, dried parsley, and dried thyme in a large stock pot; partially cover pot with a lid. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is fully cooked and falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
- Remove chicken from pot. Stir in fresh parsley until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove broth from heat and allow to cool slightly. Strain broth into freezable 2 to 4 cup containers. Use immediately or freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 83.1 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 3273.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
PRESSURE COOKER BONE BROTH OR CHICKEN STOCK
The difference between bone broth and regular broth, or stock, comes down to the length of the cooking time and the addition of acid to the cooking liquid. They taste very similar, though the bone broth has a slightly more intense flavor and a thicker, silkier texture. They can be used interchangeably in recipes. Really, the main difference is that many people consider bone broth to be therapeutic: The longer cooking time of a bone broth allows the collagen and minerals from the bones and connective tissue to dissolve into the liquid. This is one of 10 recipes from Melissa Clark's "Dinner in an Instant: 75 Modern Recipes for Your Pressure Cooker, Multicooker, and Instant Pot" (Clarkson Potter, 2017). Melissa Clark's "Dinner in an Instant" is available everywhere books are sold. Order your copy today.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories cookbook exclusive, soups and stews
Time 1h
Yield 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- If you want to roast the bones first, heat the oven to 450ºF. Lay the bones out on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until well browned, 25 to 35 minutes.
- Put the bones (roasted or not) in the pressure cooker pot and add all the remaining ingredients. Cover with 3 to 3 1/2 quarts of water (the water shouldn't come more than two-thirds of the way up the side of the pot). To make regular stock, cook on high pressure for 1 hour if using all chicken or poultry bones, or 2 hours for beef or pork bones or a combination of poultry and meat. For bone broth, cook on high pressure for 3 hours for poultry bones, and 4 1/2 hours for beef, pork, or mixed bones. When making bone broth, you'll know you've cooked it long enough if all the connective tissue, tendons, and cartilage have dissolved and the bones crumble a bit when you poke at them. If this hasn't happened, cook it on high pressure for another 30 minutes and check it again.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally. Use the broth or stock right away, or store it in the refrigerator or freezer. Bone broth and regular stock will keep for 5 days refrigerated or up to 6 months frozen.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 482, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
CHICKEN BROTH IN A SLOW COOKER
This is the recipe I use to make chicken broth for use in other recipes. Because it's done in the slow cooker, you don't need to fuss with it. I like to use breasts and wings, but any bone in pieces will make a nice broth.
Provided by Micki Stout
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Broth and Stock Recipes Chicken Stock Recipes
Time 10h15m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the chicken pieces, water, celery, carrots, onion, and basil in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low setting for 8 to 10 hours. Strain before using, and discard vegetables. Chicken may be removed from the bones, and used in soup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 99.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
TORTELLINI IN CHICKEN BROTH
In Italy, this soup is called tortellini en brodo. If you keep your freezer stocked, this soup is a snap to whip up after a long day at the office.
Provided by apotherix
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir broth and water together in a pot; bring to a boil. Stir frozen tortellini into broth mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir watercress and scallions into broth mixture and cook until watercress wilts, about 2 minutes. Add hot pepper sauce. Sprinkle with Romano cheese and black pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
BUTTER BALLS FOR CHICKEN BROTH OR NOODLE SOUP
Because food prices are going through the roof I decided to post. Use day old or older bread. Use the crusts also. This is a German recipe from my relatives.You don't have to use cream, evaporated milk, half and half will do. I use "I Can't Believe it is Butter" spread instead of butter or margarine. It is my posted recipe and it works well. The idea is taste, not cost. Cook the last five minutes in chicken noodle soup or vegetable soup. Note: You can use Egg Beaters instead of the eggs. Add a dash of cornstarch to the Eggbeaters.
Provided by Montana Heart Song
Categories Breads
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toast the bread slices in a 400°F oven until brown on one side.
- Flip over and toast on the other side. Cool.
- Take very dry bread slices and pulse in a blender or food processor until very fine crumbs.
- Place in a large bowl and mix margarine. and cream and eggs, salt and allspice all at once. Mix well. Shape in 1 inch balls.
- Take a large slotted spoon and lower 3 or 4 balls into the boiling or simmering liquid at a time. Cook 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.
- Note: If you have extra large loafs of bread ie. sandwich slices loafs of bread you my have to add some warm milk to form the balls.
- Do not be shy in squeezing to form the balls.
- Extras to add if desired: A little dried parsley flakes, a very small square of cheese in the center.
- Note: You can prepare ahead and freeze for use later. Do not keep over a month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.9, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 847.9, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 11.3
INSTANT POT CHICKEN BROTH
Keep this simple recipe for chicken broth on hand, and have a nourishing base for soups and sauces ready in (almost) an instant.
Provided by Shira Bocar
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield Makes 2 1/2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine chicken, carrots, celery, onion, parsley, bay leaf, peppercorns, and salt in a 6-quart Instant Pot. Add 10 cups water and bring to a simmer on "Sauté" set to high; skim foam from surface.
- Secure lid and switch to "Pressure Cook" setting; adjust pressure to high and set timer for 45 minutes. Once cycle is complete, quick-release pressure manually. Once the steam has been released, carefully remove lid and let cool slightly.
- Strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve (discard solids); skim rendered fat from surface with a spoon and let cool to room temperature. Broth can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 3 months.
ROASTED CHICKEN BROTH
Start this flavorful chicken broth by roasting the chicken first, then use all the dark meat to fortify the broth.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Broth and Stock Recipes Chicken Stock Recipes
Time 4h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place chicken, onion, and celery in a Dutch oven. Sprinkle salt over the top of the chicken.
- Roast chicken, uncovered, in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink inside, the skin is browned, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh reads 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Transfer chicken to a plate until cool enough to handle. Once cool, pick the meat from the bones; set aside chicken breast meat in a bowl for another purpose. Cover bowl of breast meat with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Discard chicken skin.
- Remove chicken fat from Dutch oven, leaving the brown flavor bits in the bottom of the Dutch oven. (See note for reserving drippings if desired.)
- Place the Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Return chicken bones and dark meat from drumsticks and thighs to the pot. Add garlic cloves, ketchup and cold water. Bring to a boil, and use a spoon to scrape up and dissolve the brown flavor bits from the bottom of the Dutch oven. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3 hours, adding more water if needed to retain same level.
- As broth simmers, occasionally skim off and discard any foam that rises to the surface.
- Remove and discard bones, meat and vegetables. Strain broth through a fine mesh sieve to serve or use in recipes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 107.6 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 1333.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
INSTANT POT® CHICKEN BONE BROTH
Utilizing the carcass of a rotisserie chicken results in the richest, most flavorful broth you will ever know. This also makes for a good sipping broth. Once you've made this, you will never go back to canned or boxed again. With the help of your Instant Pot®, you can make this in a fraction of the time it would take to do it in a slow cooker.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Time 5h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Set chicken carcass in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Pour in water.
- Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 180 minutes. Allow 30 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 30 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Let broth sit for 20 minutes to cool. Pour liquid through a strainer and discard all solids.
- Refrigerate and use within 3 days or store in freezer-safe containers and use within 6 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 610.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
PRESSURE COOKER CHICKEN BROTH
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 13h15m
Yield 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the chicken wings, vegetables, salt and black peppercorns into a 7-quart pressure cooker. Pour in enough water just to cover everything. Do not fill above the cooker's "maximum fill" line, or 2/3 full. Cover and lock the lid. Bring to pressure over high heat, about 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, so that you barely hear hissing from the pot. Cook for 40 minutes.
- Release the pressure using the cooker's release device (read the manual), or cool the cooker by running cold water over the lid for 30 seconds. Open carefully.
- Set a cheesecloth-lined colander in a large bowl or container and strain the broth. Discard the solids. Refrigerate the stock overnight, or until the fat solidifies. Remove the fat. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Fat 1 grams, SaturatedFat .5 grams, Cholesterol 1 milligrams, Sodium 869 milligrams, Carbohydrate 1 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 1 grams
PRESSURE-COOKER HOMEMADE CHICKEN BROTH
There's nothing better or more satisfying than making your own chicken broth. You can control the amount of seasoning and salt, so you can customize it for whatever recipes you're using it in. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 55m
Yield about 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; make sure vent is closed. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high and set time for 45 minutes. When finished cooking, allow pressure to naturally release. , Remove chicken; set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones. Discard bones; save meat for another use. Strain broth, discarding vegetables and seasonings. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight. Skim fat from surface.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
RICH CHICKEN BROTH
Use this stock to make Matzo Ball Soup with Carrots and Dill. Leaving the skins on the onions adds to the rich golden color of the stock.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Yield Makes about 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse chicken quarters and necks under cold water and place in an 11-quart stockpot. Cut onions, carrots, and celery in half and add to pot along with bay leaves, peppercorns, and dill sprigs. Add enough cold water to cover, about 4 1/2 quarts.
- Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, skimming off any scum that rises to the surface, about 4 hours.
- Remove pot from heat and strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined sieve, discarding solids. Let broth cool to room temperature and refrigerate overnight. Remove any solidified fat from the surface (and save for cooking, if desired). Broth can be kept refrigerated for 2 days or frozen.
INSTANT POT CHICKEN BONE BROTH RECIPE BY TASTY
Homemade bone broth is the perfect easy addition to your meal prep game. Use up those kitchen scraps from other recipes (#ZeroWaste) while adding extra flavor and nutrition to your wellness routine.
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To a 6-quart (5.5 liter) instant pot, add the chicken bones, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, rosemary, thyme, peppercorns, apple cider vinegar, and water, and stir to combine. Set the instant pot to high sauté and bring to a boil. Cook until any impurities foam to the surface, then carefully skim off the top with a large spoon.
- Place the lid on the pot and turn the venting valve to "sealing." Set to pressure cooking for 60 minutes.
- Release the pressure from the instant pot by switching the vent to "venting." The hot steam will come out of the top, so make sure your hand is not over the release switch . Wait for the pressure to release and the instant pot to unlock before removing the lid.
- Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth. Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 3 grams
TSUKUNE MISO NABE (CHICKEN-MEATBALL HOT POT IN MISO BROTH)
Naoko Takei Moore makes this comforting hot pot of ginger-spiked meatballs, mushrooms and tofu in a donabe, or Japanese clay pot. She sells them at Toiro, her Japanese cookware shop in Los Angeles, and has written a book on the topic, "Donabe: Classic and Modern Japanese Clay Pot Cooking" (Ten Speed Press, 2015). The traditional cookware can be used to cook rice, steam foods and even set up to work like a small grill. It's a wonderful, versatile piece of equipment, though if you don't have one, you can use another heavy-bottomed pot with a lid, and still turn out a beautiful meal. Have this hot pot on its own, or with a side of warm rice.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories dinner, poultry, soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the meatballs: In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meatballs, and knead with your hands until the mix is smooth and shiny. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to shape and cook.
- Prepare the hot pot: Place a large donabe, Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and bring the dashi to a simmer. Add the mirin and tamari. Whisk in miso. (You can put the miso in a strainer and hold it directly in the broth as you whisk, so it dissolves smoothly.)
- With wet hands, shape the chicken mixture into tablespoon-size balls to make about 30 meatballs, then drop them into the simmering broth. Add the mushrooms and tofu. (If using very delicate tofu, wait and add it with the greens.)
- Bring the broth back up to a simmer, turn the heat down to low, and cover. Simmer gently until all the ingredients are cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Add the greens, and cover for 1 more minute, then serve with sesame and togarashi.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN BROTH
Steps:
- Put all the ingredients in a large soup pot. Add 6 quarts cold water, turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- Turn the heat to a gentle simmer. Spoon off and discard any foam that rises to the surface.
- Simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours. Strain broth through a fine-meshed sieve. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate for future use (chicken fat will rise to surface and congeal), or skim fat from surface and use immediately.
CHICKEN-AND-RICOTTA MEATBALLS IN BROTH
Comforting and nourishing, this twist on a classic homemade staple is a light yet filling meal that everyone in the family will love.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix chicken with ricotta, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pinch of nutmeg until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, combine broth, lemon zest, and thyme and bring to a simmer. Using a spring-loaded 1/4-cup ice-cream scoop or two large spoons, drop meatball mixture into broth (you should have 18 meatballs). Simmer gently until meatballs float and are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes. Just before serving, add spinach to broth and let wilt; garnish soup with lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken. Use a whole chicken or chicken parts with bones for a richer flavor.
- Roast the chicken before simmering. Roasting the chicken adds a layer of flavor to the broth.
- Use a variety of vegetables. Onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and herbs are all classic additions to chicken broth.
- Don't overcook the vegetables. Overcooked vegetables will make the broth cloudy.
- Skim the fat from the broth. Skimming the fat will help to make the broth clearer and more flavorful.
- Season the broth to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Store the broth properly. Chicken broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Conclusion:
Making homemade chicken broth is a great way to use up leftover chicken and create a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make chicken broth at home that is just as good as, if not better than, store-bought broth. So next time you have a whole chicken or some chicken parts on hand, don't throw them away - make chicken broth instead!
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