Rich Chicken Bone Broth
Description
This nourishing chicken bone broth recipe is made in the slow cooker with roasted chicken bones for the perfect way to add rich flavor to soups and stews.
Ingredients
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3 pounds assorted chicken bones
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2 unpeeled carrots, cut into chunks
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2 stalks celery with leaves, cut into chunks
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1 onion, unpeeled and quartered
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6 cloves garlic, unpeeled
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
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12 cups water, or as needed
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Place chicken bones, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic cloves on a baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
3
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
4
Transfer roasted bones and vegetables to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add vinegar, bay leaves, salt, and peppercorns; cover completely with water.
5
Cook on Low for 24 to 48 hours (but not any longer), adding 1 to 2 cups more water during the cooking process as needed to keep bones submerged. Strain broth using a fine-mesh strainer. Pour into jars and refrigerate until ready to use.