Chicken Stock

Chicken stock is a concentrated broth made by simmering chicken meat, bones, and vegetables. It serves as a base for soups, sauces, risottos, stews, and as a cooking liquid for rice or pasta. It gives dishes a deep, savoury flavour and a characteristic golden colour. In shops you can find it in the form of cubes, paste, liquid concentrate, or dried powder. A homemade version has a fuller flavour and less salt than commercial products. When choosing a ready-made stock, pay attention to the salt and MSG content, which can vary considerably between brands.