All Purpose Chicken Broth from the Crock Pot

Transform your cooking with this rich, nutrient-packed All Purpose Chicken Broth from the Crock Pot—a recipe that’s as delicious as it is versatile! Made with a comforting blend of roasted or raw chicken bones, fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, this broth simmers low and slow for up to 24 hours, unlocking deep, savory flavors and wholesome goodness. Perfect as a base for soups, stews, risottos, or sauces, this homemade broth is a pantry essential that’s easy to prepare and full of health benefits. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, making meal prep a breeze. Whether you're seeking flavor, nourishment, or both, this slow cooker chicken broth will elevate every dish it touches.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:720 mins

Total Time:735 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken bones (raw or cooked)
• 2 large Carrots
• 2 large Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 small bunch Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 10 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables by cleaning and roughly chopping the carrots and celery. Cut the onion into quarters, leaving the skin on for added color and nutrients.

Step 2

Place the chicken bones into the crock pot. You can use leftover bones from a roast chicken or raw chicken bones.

Step 3

Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic cloves, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and parsley to the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour in the apple cider vinegar and the water, ensuring the ingredients are fully submerged. Add additional water if needed, but do not overfill the crock pot.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to low heat. Cook for at least 12 hours, up to 24 hours for a richer broth.

Step 6

After cooking, turn off the heat and allow the broth to cool slightly. Using a slotted spoon, remove the larger solids (bones, vegetables, and herbs).

Step 7

Strain the remaining liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or container. Discard the solids.

Step 8

Taste the broth and add salt if desired, but avoid over-salting, as this broth is intended to be versatile.

Step 9

Once cooled, transfer the broth to airtight containers for storage. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Step 10

Use this all-purpose chicken broth as a base for soups, stews, risottos, or any dish that calls for stock or broth.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3767.3 grams (3767.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	184

Total Fat 1.30g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2479mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 40.30g	15%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 16.10g
Protein 6.10g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346mg	27%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1321mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.9%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 81.7%