The first time I saw Ina Garten make chicken stock, I was happily surprised because it was exactly how my mom made it. Watching her on that day, I could feel the smell of chicken simmering on the stove for hours.
I think we can all agree that homemade chicken stock is superior to any brand you buy at the grocery store. Packed with fresh ingredients (like vegetables and herbs) and whole chicken, it provides a nice balance of flavor. Plus, you can make it work with whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Ina Garten’s Chicken Stock Recipe
Like it is in many kitchens in America, Ina Garten’s chicken stock recipe is a classic in my kitchen too. This recipe is foolproof and made with every day ingredients. I think having homemade chicken broth in your fridge is the easiest way to elevate any dish. Try it, it won’t disappoint.
Prep: 15min
Total: 375min
Yield: 6
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 951 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 74 g, Fat 58 g, Saturated Fat 17 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 2651 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 10 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 3 whole chickens* ((4-5 pound each))
- 3 large yellow onions (unpeeled and quartered)
- 6 carrots (unpeeled and cut in thirds)
- 4 celery stalks with leaves (cut in thirds)
- 4 parsnips (unpeeled and cut in thirds (optional))
- 20 fresh parsley sprigs
- 15 fresh thyme sprigs
- 20 fresh dill sprigs
- 1 head garlic (unpeeled and cut in half crosswise)
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
Instruction:
- Place the chickens, onion, carrots, celery, parsnip (if using), fresh herbs, garlic, salt and peppercorns in a large 16 to 20 quart stockpot*. Add 7 quarts water.
- Bring it to a boil over medium-high hear. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer (uncovered) for 4 hours.
- Strain in batches using a colander.
- Pour into 1-quart airtight containers. Let them cool down on the kitchen counter for 1-2 hours. Place in the fridge or freeze on the next day.
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