Simple Homemade Chicken Broth (Ready in 75 Minutes)

Simple Homemade Chicken Broth (Ready in 75 Minutes)

If you’ve always thought homemade chicken broth had to simmer all day, this recipe will change your mind. This simple homemade chicken broth comes together in just 75 minutes, yet it’s still rich, flavorful, and comforting with that beautiful layer of collagen on top once it cools. It’s easy and something I make once a week for my family.

The key to a good broth is using chicken leg quarters with the bones and skin on, this is a must. The bones add depth and nutrients, while the skin helps create that rich, silky texture we love. Even without hours of simmering, this broth turns out golden, savory, and incredibly delicious! It’s easy, reliable, and one of those recipes that quietly supports so many meals throughout the week. Once you try it, you’ll see why it’s always on repeat in our home.

Why I Love Making This Broth Weekly 🍲

This broth has become a staple in our home. My kids are used to eating the chicken with rice, carrots, and a little broth spooned over the top. I also love that nothing goes to waste. Once the broth is done, I remove the chicken, discard the skin, debone it, and the meat is so tender and flavorful. It’s perfect for quick meals throughout the week.

This recipe is suitable for babies 6 months and up when served appropriately (and without added salt for babies, if needed). It’s gentle, warming, and easy to incorporate into baby and toddler meals.

How to Use Chicken Broth (So Many Options!) ✨

This broth is incredibly versatile. We drink it warm, cook with it, and freeze it for later. Here are just a few ways to use it:

• Sip it warm as a comforting drink

• Cook rice, quinoa, or pasta in it

• Add to soups and stews

• Mix into baby purées for extra flavor

• Spoon over shredded chicken and vegetables

• Use as a base for lentil or vegetable soups

• Freeze in portions for quick meals

The possibilities are truly endless.

Nutritional Benefits of Chicken Broth 💛

Chicken broth is gentle on the gut and easy to digest, making it especially comforting when your family is feeling under the weather. The collagen and gelatin from the bones and skin help support digestion, while the warm, nourishing liquid provides hydration and soothing comfort for both kids and adults:

• Collagen & gelatin from bones and skin support joints and digestion

• Protein from the chicken helps with growth and fullness

• Minerals released from bones add to overall nourishment

• Warm, easy-to-digest

What You Need:

Large Soup Pot 

Strainer

I like to freeze some in soup containers once the soup cools

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are more easy chicken soup recipes you should check out:

Vegetable Couscous Chicken Soup

Healing Chicken & Rice Soup

Baby’s First Chicken Soup