Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth is something I am so very passionate about. It’s so good for you, tastes delicious, and you can make it for pennies on the dollar. Try this one time and you’ll be making it over and over again!
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I am not sure I can adequately say enough good things about Chicken Bone Broth so this part of the post might take a minute. Why should you make it? Let me count thy reasons.
bone broth is so easy to make
Bone broth in the Instant Pot has been a game changer for me. Instead of it taking at least 12 hours of simmering, I can have amazing Chicken Bone Broth in about an hour. The very few ingredients needed for this go straight into the Instant Pot with a little water. A high pressure for about an hour, a quick strain, and that’s it! I don’t know if I have a recipe in my arsenal that is more simple.
chicken bone broth tastes amazing
Homemade chicken bone broth is also delicious. There is zero comparison to the stuff you buy at the store. Zero. It’s a nonissue in my mind. I, especially when the weather cools off, love to sip on it. It’s truly one of the most comforting flavors in the world.
bone broth is incredibly good for you
The health benefits of bone broth are absolutely incredible. It’s full of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. A single serving can have upwards of 20 grams of protein. Here’s a few more highlights:
- Can improve immune health and may help fight inflammation.
- Contains collagen, glucosamine, and chondroitin which are wonderful for bone health
- Has glycine, which is an amino acid that can help with relaxation and anxiety. Chicken bone broth also contains magnesium, which can help reduce stress and regulate sleep.
- Bone broth is full of amino acids that can help fight gut ailments like inflammatory bowel disease and leaky gut syndrome. Overall gut health may be improved with drinking bone broth.
- Promotes healthy skin. I call it liquid botox, but that’s just me.
- Bone broth is loaded with protein.
I could go on and on and on. The benefits are incredible.
the price point cannot be beat
Have you been to the grocery store lately?! The prices are ridiculous. Everything is high. Store bought bone broth is higher than high. I don’t think I’ve ever been able to make myself buy it. If you make bone broth the way I’m going to outline below, you can do it for pennies. You’ve already bought and used the chicken, flavorings can be as simple as salt, pepper, and a little turmeric. It’s pretty amazing.
And, before I get into the details of the recipe, I love making bone broth because we are using all parts of the animal. Nothing goes to waste. You are making the very most out of an animal and using the money you did spend very, very wisely.
instant pot chicken bone broth ingredients
For the most basic of Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth, you will need very little. Here’s everything you’ll need to make it:
- Chicken Bones – Saved From Rotisserie or Roasted Chickens
- Celtic Sea Salt
- Whole Peppercorns
- Turmeric
For more flavoring ideas and variations, keep scrolling!
how to make instant pot chicken bone broth
To make the basic Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth, all you have to do is add the chicken bones, salt, peppercorns, and turmeric to the pressure cooker bowl. Add water to the fill line. Cook on high pressure for 1 hour. You can either let the pressure release naturally or manually. I love to do it manually because I like to watch the steam go hissssssssss. It’s the little things, ya know.
The next step is to remove the chicken pieces. You can use tongs or a spider strainer. Just remove all of the big pieces of chicken and toss them. They have done their job at this point.
Now, grab a large container and place another strainer on top of that. Lay a piece of cheesecloth on top of the strainer. Pour the bone broth, slowly and carefully, over the cheesecloth. That’s it! All that’s left to do is decide how you want to store it.
defatting the broth
I generally put the entire batch of my chicken bone broth in the fridge overnight before I store it in individual deli containers. This makes removing the fat layer on top much easier.
After the broth chills in the fridge, a layer of fat will rise to the top of the broth (which will also be very jiggly at this point). Gently scoop off the fat cap and discard.
And, don’t worry about the jiggly part, once you heat the broth just slightly, it will become liquid again. The jiggle is just all of the collagen and gelatin and healthy stuff you want!
Tips and Tricks
- Thanksgiving is coming up. Save your turkey bones, too! They would be fantastic for bone broth!
- I store my bone broth in deli containers. I find that they are perfect for both the fridge and freezer.
- If you have a smaller Instant Pot, cut this recipe in half. You cannot mess this up.
- Don’t worry about buying chicken specifically for this recipe. I just saved the leftovers and keep them in the freezer until I’m ready to make my broth.
- Keep extra bone broth in the freezer. It’s an amazing feeling to go “shopping” in your freezer for an incredible, high-quality bone broth that cost less than a stick of gum to make.
Variations
The recipe below is for the most basic of Chicken Bone Broth. This is what I will make when I am not sure what I’m going to be using it for. However, the sky is the limit on the add-ins and flavorings you can throw in the Instant Pot.
For an Asian-inspired broth, add scallions, ginger, garlic, onion, and some fresh cilantro. Star Anise is also a lovely addition for a pho-type broth.
For a more all-around, classic chicken soup base, add parsley, carrot, onion, garlic, and celery. This is a great one to clean out the veggies in the fridge.
Dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, oregano, dill pack a huge punch of flavor. Feel free to add what you like!
Feeling a Mexican-inspired soup? Add some of your favorite taco seasoning, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and some cilantro leaves.
Tomatoes can be added for a touch of acid that is lovely.
Like it spicy? Throw in some chilis or crush red pepper flakes.
Play with all of the herbs and spices and make this bone broth your own!
recipe frequently asked questions
Apple Cider Vinegar is more for a beef bone broth. It helps to break down the bone to get all of the goodies from it. Because chicken bones are so much more delicate, I don’t worry about it. I’ve never had any issue at all.
I store my bone broth in deli containers in the fridge if I am going to use it within 3 days. It will stay good in the freezer for up to 3 months.
All of them. All the parts and all the bits and bobbles. Add the bones and the skin and the juices at the bottom of the rotisserie chicken container. You’ll add everything for the flavor and health benefits. This stuff will get removed at the end.
Bone broth is both gluten and dairy-free! No worries!
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Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth
Equipment
- large pot or container to store the broth after straining
Ingredients
- chicken bones from 3 chickens I save mine from rotisserie and roasted chickens.
- 1-2 tbsp Celtic sea salt
- 1 tbsp whole peppercorns
- 1 tsp turmeric
- water
Instructions
- Add the chicken bones, salt, peppercorns, and turmeric to the pressure cooker bowl. Add water to the fill line. Cook on high pressure for 1 hour. You can either let the pressure release naturally or manually.
- Using either tongs or a spider strainer, remove the chicken pieces and toss them in the trash. At this point, they have done their job.
- Grab a large container and place another strainer on top of that. Lay a piece of cheesecloth on top of the strainer. Pour the bone broth, slowly and carefully, over the cheesecloth.
- I generally put the entire batch of broth in the fridge overnight before I store it in individual deli containers. It makes removing the fat and portioning it out much easier.
- After the broth chills in the fridge, a layer of fat will rise to the top of the broth (which will also be very jiggly at this point). Gently scoop off the fat cap and discard.
- Store in deli containers either in the fridge or freezer. Enjoy!
Notes
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Thank you!
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Happy Cooking!
–Rufus
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