Basic Chinese Chicken Stock

Name: Basic Chinese Chicken Stock
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 180 min
Yield: 10, 10 cups (approx)
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 12 - 15 cups water; 1 whole chicken; 3 stalks scallions; 2 carrots (peeled, cut into thirds or quarters); 1 onion (peeled and cut in half); 1 - 2 inches ginger (peeled)

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A good chicken stock sets the foundation for great soups but can add so much flavor to other dishes as well. This Basic Chinese Chicken Stock provides just the right authentic flavor for Chinese soups and dishes.

By: Char Ferrara (via Wokandskillet)

Original Publish: Sep 29, 2018

Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 180 mins

Yields: 10, 10 cups (approx)

Nutrition Facts

174 kcalCalories

14 gProtein

2 gCarbs

Ingredients

12 - 15 cups water
1 whole chicken
3 stalks scallions
2 carrots (peeled, cut into thirds or quarters)
1 onion (peeled and cut in half)
1 - 2 inches ginger (peeled)

Instructions

Place the whole chicken in a stockpot, then fill the pot with just enough water to cover the chicken.
Add the carrots, onion, scallions and ginger to the pot.

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Chef's Notes

NotesChicken stock can keep in the fridge for about 1 week and for about 6 months in the freezer.

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