Description
A nutritious and flavorful chicken bone broth that can be conveniently frozen in ice cubes for easy use in various recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken bones
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 10 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread the chicken bones on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes until browned.
- In a large pot, combine the roasted bones, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 6 hours (up to 24 hours for richer flavor).
- Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl.
- Let the broth cool, then pour it into ice cube trays and freeze.
- Once frozen, transfer the broth cubes to a freezer bag for easy storage.
Notes
- Use organic chicken bones for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add herbs like thyme or bay leaves for extra flavor.
- Broth can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-24 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg