How To Boil Chicken Recipe Recipes Net

Ingredients

4lbschicke,(1 whole)

1½piecesonion,divided

3carrots,include tops

2stalkscelery,include tops

2sprigsthyme,each fresh rosemary, parsley, sage or any combination

3sprigsfresh parsley

2bay leaves

1tbsppeppercorns

2tspsalt

enough water to cover,this will depend on the size pot

Cut 1 onion, carrots, and celery into quarters (include the tops of the carrots and celery).

Place the ½ onion into the cavity of the chicken.

Place chicken in pot and add vegetables, fresh herbs, bay leaves, peppercorns and salt. Cover with water.

Cover pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, turn the heat down and simmer partially covered for about 1½ to 2 hours.

Remove chicken, allow to cool then remove meat from bones.

Strain and reserve broth.