This Slow Cooker Chicken Stock Recipe Will Become A Staple

Chicken stock is a regular staple in my kitchen. I throw chicken stock in with veggies, soups, and stews. Homemade chicken stock has a rich, silky flavor that adds a special touch to dishes. Making your own chicken stock is a simple way to make use of ingredients you already have on hand. I roast a brined chicken at least once a week. If you don’t have time to roast a chicken, a rotisserie chicken from the grocery works just as well. When I have removed all the meat from the herbed whole chicken, I use the bones to make my stock with this simple slow cooker chicken stock recipe which I think you will love.

Chicken Stock Recipe Slow Cooker

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 24 Hours
Makes: 6 cups

Chicken Stock Slow Cooker Ingredients:

• bones of one chicken  (Picked clean.)
• 1 large onion quartered
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 carrots
• 3-4 peppercorns
• 1 Tbsp. salt (do not use salt if the chicken you are using was brined)
• 8 cups of water

That’s it. Just place the 6 simple ingredients plus water into the crockpot and you will have a marvelous homemade chicken stock hours later. It does all the work for you.

How To Make Chicken Stock:

Place all the ingredients in a slow cooker.  Cook on low for 8-24 hours. I prefer 24 hours for the most rich version of this stock.

When the stock is finished remove the solid ingredients and discard, leaving the just the liquid chicken stock. Strain the stock to remove any solid bits. The stock should be a clear, golden color. It is ready to use.

How To Use Chicken Stock:

Chicken stock can be used in a variety of ways to add flavor to dishes. Here are some common uses for stock.

1. Soups and Stews: Use chicken stock as the base for soups and stews to add depth of flavor. It works well in chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, or beef stew.
2. Risotto and Rice Dishes: Use chicken stock instead of water to cook rice, risotto, or other grains. This adds flavor and richness to the dish.
3. Sauces and Gravies: Use chicken stock as a base for sauces and gravies. It can be used to deglaze pans after cooking meat to make a sauce.

How To Store Chicken Stock:

You can store this slow cooker chicken stock in the fridge for up to three days. I like to freeze mine to save for later use. Fill an ice-cube tray with chicken stock and freeze.  Once frozen you can use the chicken stock cubes as you need them. The stock can be kept for up to three months in the freezer.

I throw my homemade slow cooker chicken stock cubes into a pan when I sauté meat and veggies to deglaze the pan and add flavor.  You can also use homemade chicken stock instead of milk in mashed potatoes for a healthy, delicious option.

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Conclusion

Homemade chicken stock has a richer, more complex flavor compared to store-bought varieties. It can add depth and richness to your dishes that you might not get from store-bought versions. When you make your own chicken stock, you have control over the ingredients that go into it. You can use organic or free-range chicken, and you can customize the herbs and seasonings to suit your taste.

The benefits of making your own chicken stock are you can save money, you know exactly what you are feeding your family, and it is just plain good! Overall, making homemade chicken stock can result in a more flavorful, nutritious, and cost-effective ingredient for your cooking. I hope you enjoy this slow cooker chicken stock recipe. Let me know you think!

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