Chef John's Homemade Chicken Stock

Chef John's Homemade Chicken Stock

A homemade chicken stock recipe, there’s nothing quite like it. It does take a long time to simmer, but the procedure is really quite simple.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
12 hrs 30 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
13 hrs 40 mins
Yield:
3 quarts
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken necks and backs
  • 1 large onion, skin on, sliced into 6 segments
  • 2 carrots, cut into chunks
  • 1 stalk celery, cut into chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 4 sprigs chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 quarts cold water

Directions

Step 1
Combine chicken, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf in a large stockpot; pour water into the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, being careful not to let the mixture come to a boil. Once simmering, skim off any foam or impurities that accumulate on the surface of the water and reduce the heat to low.

Step 2
Gently simmer the mixture on low for 12 hours, skimming off any foam as needed.

Step 3
Remove stockpot from heat and let cool for 1 hour.

Step 4
Pour stock through a fine strainer and transfer to food-safe containers.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

81
Calories
5g
Fat
2g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 81
% Daily Value *
Total Fat5g 6%
Saturated Fat1g 7%
Cholesterol20mg 7%
Sodium36mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate2g 1%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars1g
Protein7g
Vitamin C2mg 10%
Calcium20mg 2%
Iron0mg 2%
Potassium104mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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