Ingredients
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14 quarts water
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2 (5 pound) whole chickens, skinned and trimmed of fat
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4 pounds carrots, cut into chunks
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3 pounds celery, cut into chunks
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3 large sweet onions, cut into chunks
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6 leeks, trimmed and chopped
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14 tablespoons sea salt
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3 tablespoons chopped garlic
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3 tablespoons garlic powder
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2 tablespoons crushed dried rosemary
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2 tablespoons dried parsley
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped (Optional)
Directions
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Combine water, chicken, carrots, celery, onions, leeks, sea salt, garlic, garlic powder, rosemary, dried parsley, and dried thyme in a large stock pot; partially cover pot with a lid. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is fully cooked and falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
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Remove chicken from pot. Stir in fresh parsley until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove broth from heat and allow to cool slightly. Strain broth into freezable 2 to 4 cup containers. Use immediately or freeze.
Cook’s Note
When using frozen broth, either thaw it in the microwave or refrigerator, or put it directly into a pot and thaw it on the stovetop.
Editor's Note:
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of all the chicken, vegetables, and salt. The actual amount of those ingredients consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
302 | Calories |
14g | Fat |
15g | Carbs |
28g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 24 | |
Calories 302 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
Cholesterol 83mg | 28% |
Sodium 3273mg | 142% |
Total Carbohydrate 15g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
Total Sugars 6g | |
Protein 28g | 57% |
Vitamin C 15mg | 16% |
Calcium 111mg | 9% |
Iron 39mg | 218% |
Potassium 702mg | 15% |
* 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.