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Wholesome Crockpot Chicken Bone Broth Protein Soup

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A nourishing, protein-rich chicken bone broth soup slow-cooked in a crockpot, perfect for cozy nights and easy meal prep. This recipe is simple, wholesome, and packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 pounds chicken bones or carcass (preferably organic or pasture-raised)
  • 10 cups water (2.4 liters)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • A handful fresh parsley, stems included
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1½ teaspoons salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 300g)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse chicken bones under cold water to remove any excess blood or bits. (5 minutes)
  2. Place bones, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns, and apple cider vinegar into the crockpot. Pour in water to cover ingredients by about an inch (roughly 10 cups/2.4 liters). Stir gently to combine. (5 minutes)
  3. Cover and set crockpot to low heat. Let it simmer for 12 to 18 hours. The longer, the better for extracting collagen and minerals. (12–18 hours)
  4. After cooking, carefully pour the contents through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pot or bowl. Discard solids. The broth should be golden and fragrant with a slightly gelatinous texture when cooled. (10 minutes)
  5. Pick any remaining meat off the bones and shred into bite-sized pieces. (10 minutes)
  6. Return the strained broth to the crockpot or a pot on the stove. Stir in shredded chicken and chopped spinach or kale, cooking just until greens wilt (about 5 minutes). Season with salt to taste. (5–7 minutes)
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If broth tastes flat, add a splash of lemon juice or a teaspoon of miso paste to brighten it up. (2 minutes)
  8. Ladle into bowls and serve warm immediately, or let cool and refrigerate for later.

Notes

For deeper flavor, roast bones at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes before slow cooking. Do not skip apple cider vinegar as it helps extract minerals from the bones. Skim foam during the first hour of cooking to keep broth clear. Salt late in the process to avoid overly salty broth. If short on time, a pressure cooker can be used but flavor may differ.

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