Lemony, Fragrant Chicken Broth Recipe

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Lemony, Fragrant Chicken Broth
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Directions:

  1. Combine 8 cups water and chicken leg quarters in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, skimming and discarding foam as needed. Reduce heat to low.
  2. Trim and discard root end of lemongrass stalks; discard toughest outer leaves. Smash stalks with the flat side of a knife. Add lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and peppercorns to pan. Partially cover, and simmer 50 minutes, skimming and discarding foam as needed. Remove chicken from pan using a slotted spoon; reserve for another use.
  3. Strain broth through a cheesecloth-lined colander; discard solids. Cool to room temperature. Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight. Skim solid fat from surface; discard.
  4. Heat the broth in Dutch oven over medium heat, and stir in salt. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1985.89 Kcal (8315 kJ)
Calories from fat 1331.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 147.97g 228%
Cholesterol 845.63mg 282%
Sodium 2014.72mg 84%
Potassium 1940.14mg 41%
Total Carbs 4.69g 2%
Sugars 0.39g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.46g 2%
Protein 145.92g 292%
Vitamin C 4.2mg 7%
Iron 9.4mg 52%
Calcium 292.2mg 29%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 70.13 Kcal (294 kJ)
Calories from fat 47.03 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.23g 228%
Cholesterol 29.86mg 282%
Sodium 71.15mg 84%
Potassium 68.52mg 41%
Total Carbs 0.17g 2%
Sugars 0.01g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.02g 2%
Protein 5.15g 292%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 7%
Iron 0.3mg 52%
Calcium 10.3mg 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 52
    Points
  • 52
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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