Homemade Chicken Broth
Homemade Chicken Broth
Ingredients
- 1 whole 4.4 lb (2 kg) skinless chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 sprig fresh parsley
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 clove
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) black peppercorns
- 12 cups (3 litres) cold water
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a large pot and cover with the cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for 1 hour and 30 minutes, skimming occasionally.
- Remove the chicken from the broth and debone. Set the meat aside and discard the bones, vegetables and herbs. Strain the broth through a sieve. Allow to cool, then place the broth in the refrigerator to allow the fat to rise to the surface. Degrease the chilled broth before using or freezing.
Homemade Chicken Broth