How to Make Homemade Instant Pot Chicken Broth

Name: Homemade Chicken Broth In The Instant Pot
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 5-7 chicken wings; 3 small carrots, peeled and halved; 2 stalks celery, cut into large chunks; 1 large onion, quartered; 1 head garlic, peeled; 8 cups water; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp whole black pepper; 2 tsp salt

You won’t find this recipe anywhere else! This Homemade Chicken Broth In The Instant Pot is my own secret recipe. What I love about making chicken broth is that you can store it and use it for so many different recipes.

Why You’ll Love Homemade Instant Pot Chicken Broth

Nutrient-Dense: Homemade broth contains more nutrients than store-bought, boosting your health quotient.
Flavorful Base: It adds a depth of flavor to soups, stews, and sauces.
Cost-Effective: Utilize leftover chicken bones, reducing waste and saving money.

Ingredients for Homemade Chicken Broth in the Instant Pot

Chicken Wings: Are the primary source of flavor, providing a meaty and rich base that is quintessential to the broth.
Small Carrots (Peeled and Halved): Contribute a gentle sweetness that balances the savory depth of the chicken and other spices.
Celery Stalks (Cut into Large Chunks): Imparts a fresh, slightly bitter note, adding complexity to the broth’s flavor profile.
Large Onion (Quartered): Lends a sweet and sharp edge to the broth, forming an aromatic backbone for the recipe.
Garlic Head (Peeled): Infuses the broth with its distinctive pungent and spicy flavor, amplifying the overall taste.
Water: Acts as a solvent, drawing out the flavors from the chicken and vegetables, and creating the essential liquid base of the broth.
Bay Leaf: Adds an earthy, slightly floral aroma to the broth, subtly enhancing the taste without overpowering the other ingredients.
Whole Black Pepper: These little spice bombs add a hint of heat and a layer of pungent, woody flavor to the broth.
Salt: Enhances all the other flavors, making them more vibrant and pronounced.

How to Make Homemade Instant Pot Chicken Broth ingredients

Yields: Approx. 8 cups broth

How to Make Homemade Chicken Broth in the Instant Pot?

Line the inner pot of Instant Pot with chicken wings.

Add all vegetables (carrots, celery, onion and garlic).

Pour water into inner pot.

Add bay leaf, black pepper and salt.

Add lid to Instant pot and set on manual high pressure for 45 minutes.

Allow for a 30 min NPR.

Once time is up, remove lid.

Remove inner pot from Instant Pot and drain into a large bowl.

Use a ladle to add broth into mason jars. Allow to cool before capping and refrigerating.

How to Store Chicken Broth?

The great thing about making homemade instant pot chicken broth is that you will have enough to store for a later date. Here’s how to store your chicken broth:

In the refrigerator: Homemade chicken broth can be stored in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Place in a container with a lid.
In the Freezer: You can store stock in the freezer for 6-9 months. Store it in ice cube trays, glass jars with straight sides, or in freezer bags. Do not fill any container completely full.
Pressure Canned: You can store chicken broth for up to a year if you pressure can it. If you are canning your own broth, here are some Important Canning Dos and Don’ts.

More Fantastic Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Chicken Wings with Jalapeno Jelly BBQ
Honey Chicken in the Instant Pot
Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken
Healthy Instant Pot Chicken and Quinoa
Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Instant Pot Asian Chicken Thighs
Instant Pot Pork Tacos
Instant Pot Cajun Jambalya
Instant Pot Potato Soup
Instant Pot Coconut Curry Soup
Instant Pot Chinese Pork
Instant Pot Ribs On Garlic Mash

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Chicken Broth?

Chicken broth is a flavorful liquid made by simmering chicken, vegetables, herbs and spices in water. It is a key ingredient in soups and sauces, adding flavor and body to the dish. Chicken broth can be made with either whole chicken or parts such as the neck, back, wings and giblets. The longer it simmers, the more intense the flavor will be. It can also be used as a base for casseroles or other dishes that require liquid.

What Can You Use Chicken Broth For?

Chicken broth is sometimes referred to as stock. It can be used to make all sorts of delicious dishes. It can be used as a cooking liquid for grains, rice, or pasta, or it can be used as a braising liquid for chicken and vegetables. It adds more flavor than using plain water. Here are a few recipes you could use your chicken broth in:
Healthy Instant Pot Chicken and Quinoa
Instant Pot Peruvian Soup
Chicken Alfredo Instant Pot Recipe
Cheesy Ranch Chicken in the Instant Pot
Instant Pot Pasta Puttanesca
Instant Pot Taco Pasta Recipe

Chicken Broth vs Chicken Stock?

Chicken broth and chicken stock are both liquid bases used in cooking. Chicken broth is typically made with just the meat and bones of a chicken, while chicken stock is made with the same ingredients plus vegetables and seasonings. Chicken broth has a lighter flavor than stock, making it great for soups and sauces. Chicken stock has a richer flavor that’s perfect for braising meats.

Homemade Chicken Broth In The Instant Pot

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

This Instant Pot Recipe is unique recipe made by yours truly.

Ingredients

5-7 chicken wings
3 small carrots, peeled and halved
2 stalks celery, cut into large chunks
1 large onion, quartered
1 head garlic, peeled
8 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 tsp whole black pepper
2 tsp salt

Instructions

Line the inner pot of Instant Pot with chicken wings. Add all vegetables (carrots, celery, onion and garlic). Pour water into inner pot. Then add bay leaf, black pepper and salt. Add lid to Instant pot and set on manual high pressure for 45 minutes.

Allow for a 30 min Natural Pressure Release. Once time is up, remove lid. Remove inner pot from Instant Pot and drain into a large bowl.