Chicken Stock Bones

Top quality organic chicken bones, great for boiling up homemade nutritious bone broths and stocks for use in soups, sauces, and stews.

Approx. 1 chicken carcasses

Good To Know

Ingredients & Nutritional's

Organic and Free range chicken 

Nutritional's per 100g: Energy 603kj/ 142kcal | Fat 0.8g | (of which Saturates 0.4g) | Protein 33.3g | Salt 0.3g

How To Store  

Our Chicken Stock bones are delivered fresh in an insulated box. They are butchered fresh to order and will arrive with a 3-day shelf life (including the day of delivery). We recommend for these to be stored below 4 degrees or alternatively, you can pop them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 

Our Farms & Suppliers

Our super organic chicken farmer, Ross, is based in the hills of Honiton, Devon on a family-run farm supplying some of the finest organic poultry in the country. The chickens are reared in small flocks with open fields to roam and forage, where they can enjoy a peaceful and happy life, scratching and pecking for their own tasty treats. In addition, they are fed a 100% organic diet and kept cosy at night in warm shelters, free from the routine use of antibiotics. With more than 40 years of animal welfare experience and a Soil Association certification, you can really taste the difference with these organic chickens. Because they are slow-grown and well-fed,, our chickens are meaty, perfect for family meals. The organic chicken wings and succulent, tasty and great to keep cooked in the fridge for a healthy snack!

How To Cook  

We recommend:

Homemade Chicken Stock Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1-2 kg  chicken stock bones (carcasses or leftover bones)
• 1 large onion, roughly chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
• 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme)
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary)
• 10-12 black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
• Water (enough to cover the bones)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bones:

   • Optional Roasting: For a richer flavour, you can roast the chicken bones. Place them on a baking tray and roast in a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C fan)/400°F/Gas Mark 6 for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are browned.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a Large Pot: Place the chicken bones in a large stock pot or slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, smashed garlic, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and peppercorns.

3. Add Vinegar:

   • Pour Vinegar: Add the apple cider vinegar to the pot. This helps to extract the minerals from the bones and adds depth of flavour to the stock.

4. Add Water:

   • Cover Bones: Fill the pot with enough water to cover the bones and vegetables by about 5 cm (2 inches).

5. Simmer:

   • Bring to Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
   • Reduce Heat: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface with a ladle.
   • Cook Time: Simmer for at least 2-4 hours. For a richer stock, you can simmer for up to 8-12 hours. If using a slow cooker, set it on low for 8-12 hours.

6. Strain the Stock:

   • Remove Solids: Carefully strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another pot or large bowl. Discard the solids, including bones and vegetables.

7. Cool and Store:

   • Cool Down: Allow the stock to cool to room temperature. Skim off any excess fat that rises to the top.
   • Store: Transfer the cooled stock into airtight containers. It can be refrigerated for up to 4-5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

8. Use or Freeze:

   • Recipes: Use the stock as a base for soups, stews, risottos, or sauces.
   • Freezing: For convenience, freeze the stock in portion-sized containers or ice cube trays for easy use in recipes.
9. Enjoy: Homemade chicken stock is a wonderful base for a variety of dishes and adds great depth and flavour to your cooking. Enjoy your delicious, homemade stock!