Ever stared at the remnants of a rotisserie chicken after dinner and wondered how you could put them to good use? I have great news for you! Rather than tossing those leftover bones into the bin, you can turn them into a nutritious, flavorful bone broth. Learn how to make bone broth from rotisserie chicken.

Not only is homemade bone broth simple to make, but it also delivers numerous health benefits while helping you get the most bang for your buck from your rotisserie chicken. Here’s how to make bone broth from rotisserie chicken at home. You might be surprised at how simple yet rewarding this process can be!

What is Bone Broth, Anyway?

Before we dive into the how-to, let’s take a quick moment to talk about what bone broth is and why you should be sipping on it. Bone broth is a rich, savory liquid made from simmering bones and connective tissues of animals. Sounds simple, right? But the beauty of it is in the long simmering process, which releases all the fantastic nutrients locked inside those bones – think collagen, amino acids, and minerals. Many people love bone broth for its potential health benefits, such as supporting gut and joint health, and for its comforting, deep flavor.

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The Easy Guide to Making Bone Broth from Rotisserie Chicken

• Remove all the meat from the rotisserie chicken and set it aside for other recipes.
• Place the chicken bones and carcass in a large pot or slow cooker.
• Add water to the pot until the bones are fully covered.
• Add vegetables such as carrots, celery, onions, and garlic to the pot for additional flavor.
• Add herbs and spices such as bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and peppercorns.
• Bring the pot to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for at least 6 hours (or up to 24 hours for a richer flavor).
• Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
• After simmering, strain the broth through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any remaining solids.
• Allow the broth to cool and then refrigerate it until the fat solidifies on the surface. Skim off the fat before using or storing the broth.

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

First things first, let’s assemble what we need. The star of the show, of course, is your leftover rotisserie chicken carcass – bones, skin, and all. Additionally, you’ll want some aromatics to deepen the flavor of your broth. Here’s what you need:

• 1 rotisserie chicken carcass
• 2 onions, quartered
• 4 cloves of garlic, smashed
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar (this helps to pull the nutrients from the bones)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Enough water to cover the chicken

Step 2: Let’s Get Cooking

Now, onto the fun part. Place your chicken carcass in a large pot or slow cooker, along with your onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Add your apple cider vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Cover everything with water until the chicken is submerged.

Step 3: Simmer Time

If you’re using a pot, bring everything to a boil over high heat. Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. If you’re using a slow cooker, simply set it on low. Now comes the patience part: let your broth simmer away for at least 12 hours, but up to 24 hours if you can. The longer it simmers, the more nutrient-dense your broth will be.

Step 4: Strain and Store

After your broth has simmered to perfection, carefully strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove all the solids. What you’re left with is a beautiful, rich bone broth. Allow your broth to cool before transferring it to airtight containers. You can store your broth in the fridge for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to six months.

Step	Description
1.	Prepare the ingredients – Gather the carcass from the rotisserie chicken, any additional bones, and other ingredients such as apple cider vinegar, vegetables (like onions, carrots, celery), and herbs and spices (like bay leaves, thyme, peppercorns, etc.).
2.	Place the bones in a large pot – This can be a standard soup pot, a slow cooker, or a pressure cooker like an Instant Pot.
3.	Add the vinegar and vegetables – The vinegar will help to extract nutrients from the bones. The vegetables and herbs/spices add flavor.
4.	Cover with water – Add enough water to cover the bones and vegetables, but not so much that the broth will be diluted.
5.	Simmer the broth – If using a standard pot on the stove, bring to a boil and then reduce to a low simmer for 12-24 hours. If using a slow cooker, set to low for 24 hours. If using an Instant Pot, set to pressure cook for 2-3 hours.
6.	Strain the broth – Use a fine-mesh strainer to separate the solids from the liquid. Discard or compost the solids.
7.	Cool and store the broth – Allow the broth to cool before storing in the refrigerator (up to 5 days) or freezer (up to 6 months). The broth may become gelatinous when cooled, which is a sign of a high collagen content.

Sip, Cook, Enjoy!

There you have it – a straightforward and efficient way to make delicious, nutrient-dense bone broth from your leftover rotisserie chicken. Not only have you maximized the use of your chicken, but you’ve also created a versatile ingredient. Use your bone broth as a base for soups and stews, a cooking liquid for grains, or simply warm it up, pour it into a mug, and enjoy a comforting, healthful drink. Happy cooking, my friends!

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