Chicken Broth Recipe
This homemade chicken broth is both nutritious and delicious. Follow the simple steps below to make your own broth, which can be used in soups, stews, and other dishes. More details to come!
Instructions
- Remove the meat from the rotisserie chickens by taking off the wings, thighs, and breasts. Place the bones and remaining meat in a large pot.
- Cut the ends off the carrots, then cut them in half lengthwise.
- Separate the garlic bulb into cloves. Remove the ends of the cloves, rub them in your hands to loosen the outer skin, and add them to the pot. Save the garlic scraps for flavor.
- Quarter the onions and remove the outer skin. Add the onions to the pot, and include the skins for extra flavor.
- Generously add basil, oregano, and parsley to the pot.
Ingredients
- 2 onions (skins removed but included in the pot)
- 4 large carrots
- 1 bulb garlic (skins removed but included in the pot)
- Fresh basil
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh oregano
- 2 rotisserie chicken carcasses
- 7 quarts of water
Health Benefits
This chicken broth recipe is packed with health-boosting ingredients, each bringing its own benefits:
- Chicken bones: Rich in collagen, gelatin, and amino acids that support joint health, improve skin elasticity, and aid digestion.
- Carrots: A great source of beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A, promoting good vision, immune health, and skin vitality.
- Garlic: Known for its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, garlic can help fight infections and reduce blood pressure.
- Onions: Onions contain antioxidants and compounds that help reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol, and support heart health.
- Basil: High in vitamin K, basil supports healthy blood clotting, and its essential oils have antibacterial properties.
- Oregano: A potent antioxidant, oregano is known for its antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
- Parsley: Parsley is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, which are essential for healthy bones, immune function, and eye health.
- Water: Helps maintain hydration while extracting all the nutrients from the bones and vegetables during the slow simmering process.