Chicken Broth

Name: Chicken Broth
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 4 lbs whole chicken, quartered; 12 cups cold water; 1 yellow onion, halved; 2 carrot, peeled; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp whole black peppercorns; 2 tsp salt; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

A golden, clear chicken broth simmered slowly with aromatics and fresh dill. Rich in flavor and deeply comforting, it is a staple warm soup.

105 minEasyServes 6180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 lbs whole chicken, quartered
12 cups cold water
1 yellow onion, halved
2 carrot, peeled
2 bay leaves
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
2 tsp salt
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1

Place 4 lbs quartered whole chicken in a large stockpot and cover with 12 cups cold water.
2

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
3

Add 1 halved yellow onion, 2 peeled carrot, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tsp whole black peppercorns to the pot.
4

Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 90 minutes until whole chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
5

Stir in 2 tsp salt, remove from heat, and strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve.
6

Garnish broth with 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Chicken Broth?

As written, 105 minutes: 15 of prep and 90 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (1 hour 30 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 90 minutes until whole chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F."

What internal temperature should Chicken Broth reach?

For Chicken Broth, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is Chicken Broth low-carb?

A serving of Chicken Broth carries 3 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 15 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 3 percent.

How many calories are in Chicken Broth?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 180 calories, with 22 g protein, 3 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Chicken Broth?

Refrigerate Chicken Broth for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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