This easy homemade keto chicken broth is rich, flavorful, and perfect for soups, stews, or sipping on its own. Made with fresh herbs and simple ingredients, it’s a nutritious and comforting base for many dishes. Simmered to perfection, this warm, soothing broth is a great meal prep staple—use it fresh or store for later!
Ingredients Needed
- 1.8 kg / 4 lb Whole chicken (cut into pieces; or chicken pieces with bones)
- 1 large Onion (peeled and quartered)
- 3 stalks Celery (cut into 4 pieces each)
- 3 medium Carrots (peeled and cut into thirds)
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 sprig Fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs Fresh parsley
- 2 tsp Sea salt
- 2 tsp Black peppercorns
- 1 medium Bay leaf
- 2.4 L / 10 cups Cold water
How To Make Low Carb Keto Slow Chicken Broth
- Prepare the ingredients: In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, add the chicken, onion, celery, carrots, thyme, rosemary, parsley, sea salt, black peppercorns, and bay leaf.
- Add water: Pour the cold water into the pot, ensuring everything is fully covered.
- Bring to a boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Simmer the broth: Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours, skimming off any foam that forms on the surface.
- Strain the broth: Remove the chicken pieces from the pot. Pour the broth through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl to remove the vegetables and herbs.
- Store or use: If not using immediately, transfer the broth into jars or airtight containers.
Recipe Tips
- Use bone-in chicken: Bones add rich flavor and nutrients to the broth, making it more delicious and nourishing.
- Simmer gently: Avoid boiling too hard, as it can make the broth cloudy. Keep it at a gentle simmer for a clear, rich broth.
- Skim the foam: As the broth simmers, skim off any foam that rises to the top for a cleaner taste.
- Strain well: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove all solids, leaving a smooth, pure broth.
- Cool before storing: Let the broth cool completely before refrigerating or freezing to prevent condensation and spoilage.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover chicken broth cool until it reaches room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container or glass jars and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Once cooled, pour the broth into freezer-safe containers or ice cube trays, leaving some space for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the fridge overnight or warm gently on the stove.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240ml)
- Calories: 15
- Total Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 5.6g
- Cholesterol: 130.5mg
- Sodium: 672mg
- Potassium: 676mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 1.6g
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Low Carb Keto Chicken Broth
Description
This easy homemade keto chicken broth is rich, flavorful, and perfect for soups, stews, or sipping on its own. Made with fresh herbs and simple ingredients, it’s a nutritious and comforting base for many dishes. Simmered to perfection, this warm, soothing broth is a great meal prep staple—use it fresh or store for later!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, add the chicken, onion, celery, carrots, thyme, rosemary, parsley, sea salt, black peppercorns, and bay leaf.
- Add water: Pour the cold water into the pot, ensuring everything is fully covered.
- Bring to a boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Simmer the broth: Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours, skimming off any foam that forms on the surface.
- Strain the broth: Remove the chicken pieces from the pot. Pour the broth through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl to remove the vegetables and herbs.
- Store or use: If not using immediately, transfer the broth into jars or airtight containers.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken: Bones add rich flavor and nutrients to the broth, making it more delicious and nourishing.
Simmer gently: Avoid boiling too hard, as it can make the broth cloudy. Keep it at a gentle simmer for a clear, rich broth.
Skim the foam: As the broth simmers, skim off any foam that rises to the top for a cleaner taste.
Strain well: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove all solids, leaving a smooth, pure broth.
Cool before storing: Let the broth cool completely before refrigerating or freezing to prevent condensation and spoilage.
Low Carb Keto Chicken Broth
