Hearty Chicken Broth Recipe: Comfort in a Bowl

Warm up with this delicious and nutritious Chicken Broth. A perfect recipe to warm the body and soul, easy to prepare and full of flavor!

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

For the Broth:

• 1 kg chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or carcass)
• 2 liters water
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 bay leaf

For the final Chicken Broth:

• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., alphabet, ditalini)
• 1 medium potato, diced
• 1 tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced
• Chopped parsley and chives to taste

Instructions

1. Broth Preparation: In a pressure cooker, combine the chicken, water, onion, garlic, carrot, celery, salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
2. Cook for 20 minutes after the pressure starts.
3. Carefully release the pressure, open the pot, and remove the chicken. Shred the chicken and set aside.
4. Strain the Chicken Broth and reserve.
5. Final Broth Preparation: In a large pot, add the reserved broth, pasta, and potato. Cook until the pasta and potato are tender.
6. Add the diced tomato and shredded chicken. Heat for a few minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and chives. Serve hot.

Tips and Variations

• For a thicker broth, add a little mashed potato or cooked and mashed cassava.
• Vary the vegetables by adding pumpkin, chayote, or zucchini.
• Add a spicy touch with red pepper flakes or a few drops of hot sauce.
• Serve the Chicken Broth with croutons or fresh bread.

CHEF’s Tips

The secret to a good Chicken Broth lies in the quality of the base broth. Use good quality chicken and fresh vegetables to ensure a rich and nutritious flavor. Cooking the chicken in a pressure cooker not only saves time but also extracts more flavor from the ingredients. When shredding the chicken, reserve some larger pieces for added texture in the broth. For a special touch, try browning the shredded chicken pieces in a little olive oil before adding them to the final broth. This intensifies the flavor and adds a delicious aroma. Adjust salt and pepper to your taste, and don’t forget to finish with fresh herbs for a touch of freshness and color. This Chicken Broth is an excellent option to warm and nourish, perfect for all ages.