Easy Crockpot Bone Broth
Ingredients
- 1 lb bones from chicken or beef
- 2 cups celery stalks
halved - optional
- 1 cup carrots
halved - optional
- 1 cup onion
quartered - optional
- sprigs fresh thyme + rosemary
optional
- salt/pepper to taste
- 8 cups water)
(approximately, fill to the top of your crockpot
Directions
- 1
Add all ingredients to a crockpot (bones, scraps, fat, etc). Cover with filtered water and cook on low for at least 12 hours (16-18 is best).
- 2
You may need to adjust the amount of water depending on the size of your crockpot. You can fill to the top of the crockpot!
- 3
Allow broth to cool slightly, and run through a fine mesh strainer into a large pot or container. (This will just be easier to do if it is not scalding hot).
- 4
Storage: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days, or put in the freezer until ready to use!
- 5
Optional, but recommended: Carefully remove carrots, onions + celery from the strainer and place into blender. Puree in blender until smooth (You may need to add a little broth to the blender depending on it’s power)
- 6
Stir veggie puree into strained broth and store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Easy Crockpot Bone Broth
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About this Recipe
Looking for an effortless way to make deeply nourishing, homemade bone broth? This Easy Crockpot Bone Broth recipe transforms simple chicken scraps into a rich, flavorful foundation for countless meals, perfectly aligning with Paleo and Whole30 lifestyles without breaking the bank.
Why This Recipe Works
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and efficiency. By utilizing the bones from a whole chicken, along with a few aromatic vegetables and herbs, you're not only creating a nutrient-dense broth but also making the most out of your ingredients. The slow cooker does all the hard work, gently extracting maximum flavor and beneficial compounds over a long, low heat.
What to Expect
After many hours, you'll be greeted by the warm, inviting aroma of a deeply savory broth filling your kitchen. The finished product will have a rich, golden hue and a complex flavor profile, far superior to most store-bought varieties. It's incredibly satisfying to create something so wholesome from scratch with minimal effort, providing a comforting and versatile liquid gold for your culinary adventures. You'll find yourself reaching for this homemade broth for everything from sipping to simmering.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to experiment with the type of bones; beef bones can be used instead of chicken bones for a different flavor profile. The celery, carrots, and onion are optional, but they do add a classic aromatic base to the broth. For different herbal notes, you could swap the thyme and rosemary for bay leaves or fresh parsley stems. Always season to your taste with salt and pepper at the end.
Serving & Context
This homemade bone broth is perfect for sipping warm on its own, especially during cooler months, or as a foundational liquid for soups, stews, sauces, and gravies. It adds incredible depth to any dish you're preparing.