Homemade Chicken Broth Recipe

Making chicken broth at home allows you to make a lot to store for later. Whenever I make this recipe, I have plenty of broth to last me a couple of weeks. I simply store it in the fridge to use throughout the week for recipes like our favorite soup, this yummy pasta, or this easy stir fry recipe.

What is Chicken Broth?

Chicken broth is the liquid created from simmering chicken and vegetables. You can also add herbs and spices for additional flavor. My recipe uses lots of veggies and herbs, but feel free to get creative and use the veggies and herbs that sound good to you! Sometimes I switch out the herbs depending on what I have on hand. I love making homemade versions of store-bought ingredients because I am able to control the flavors and what goes in them. I also love that I can play with the seasonings and spices to make it the way that I want it. Try my homemade version of the best alfredo sauce, this cheese sauce that can be used in so many ways, or this easy teriyaki sauce that I always have on hand.

Chicken Broth Recipe Ingredients

Homemade chicken broth is so easy and can be prepped in 10 minutes! You will love using this broth in your recipes because it adds so much flavor. The exact measurements for these ingredients are below in the recipe card.

Whole Chicken: One whole chicken that is about 6 pounds. Yellow Onions: Onion adds so much flavor! Feel free to use shallots or any other kind of onion you desire. Whole Carrots: Cut the carrots into 2-inch pieces. No need to peel them! Celery Stalks: I use the whole stalk including leaves. Garlic Cloves: Garlic is a must! Parsley: Fresh is best. Thyme: For added flavor. Rosemary: For added flavor. Salt: I love that I can control the sodium in this recipe. Whole Black Peppercorns: For added flavor. Water: Essential! The flavors from the chicken, veggies, and herbs absorb into the water creating the chicken broth.

How to Make Chicken Broth

Chicken broth is such an essential cooking ingredient and you will love being able to make your own right at home. There are so many uses for chicken broth. Follow my instructions below because I walk you through how easy it is. I can’t wait for you to learn. It’s easier than you think, and homemade tastes incredible.

In the Refrigerator: Store homemade broth in an air-tight container or jars `in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. In the Freezer: To extend the freshness, store the broth in the freezer in an airtight container or ziplock bag for up to 6 months. To Reuse: Allow the chicken broth to sit on the counter and come to room temperature before using because fat can sometimes settle on top as it cools.