Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots
A deeply nourishing broth simmered for 24 hours with aromatic vegetables to create a rich, flavorful base for any meal. This american-inspired soups ready in about 740 minutes pairs (from thighs or wings) chicken bones, large, quartered onion, medium, chopped carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 50 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (from thighs or wings) chicken bones
- 1 large, quartered onion
- 2 medium, chopped carrot
- 2 stalks, chopped celery
- 4 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 2 lbs chicken bones (900g), 1 large quartered onion (150g), 2 chopped carrots (100g), and 2 chopped celery stalks (100g) in a large stockpot.
- Step 2: Add 4 cups water (950ml), 1 bay leaf, and 1 tsp sea salt (6g), then bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 24 hours, skimming foam from the surface during the first hour until the broth is deeply flavorful and golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 740 minutes (20 min prep + 720 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large, quartered onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Simple Chicken Bone Broth with Celery and Carrots?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 1440-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
