Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix
Store-bought bouillon cubes and powders often contain artificial additives and preservatives, but making your own chicken bouillon mix at home is easy, cost-effective, and customizable. This Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix is packed with natural, savory flavors and can be used in soups, stews, sauces, or any recipe that calls for chicken broth. With just a few pantry staples, you’ll have a delicious and healthy alternative to the store-bought variety.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 cups nutritional yeast
- 1/3 cup salt
- 1/4 cup garlic powder
- 1/4 cup onion powder
- 1/4 cup dried basil
- 1/4 cup dried oregano
- 1/4 cup dried rosemary
- 1-2 tablespoons pepper (adjust to taste)
How to Make Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix
1. Blend the Ingredients
Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Pulse or blend until the mixture reaches a fine, powdery consistency. This will ensure that your bouillon is easy to dissolve when you add it to water.
2. Store Your Bouillon Powder
Transfer the blended powder to an airtight container, such as a glass jar or resealable bag. Store it in a cool, dry place, and it will stay fresh for up to 6 months. The beauty of this homemade mix is that you don’t need any preservatives to keep it lasting.
How to Use Your Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix
For each cup of broth needed in a recipe, simply stir 1 tablespoon of bouillon powder into 8 oz of hot water. Mix well until the bouillon dissolves. This will create a rich and flavorful chicken broth that’s perfect for soups, sauces, casseroles, or risottos.
Why You’ll Love This Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix
- Healthy & Natural: Free from preservatives and artificial ingredients, this mix gives you full control over what goes into your food.
- Customizable: Adjust the salt, herbs, and spices to suit your preferences. Add more basil or rosemary for extra flavor or make it salt-free if you need.
- Convenient: It’s just as easy to use as store-bought bouillon cubes or powders, but with fresher ingredients and a homemade touch.
- Great for Meal Prep: You can make a large batch ahead of time and use it whenever you need a quick and flavorful broth.
Tips & Variations
- Low-Sodium Version: If you prefer a low-sodium option, reduce the amount of salt or eliminate it completely. You can always add salt to taste when preparing the broth.
- Vegan-Friendly: This bouillon mix is plant-based and suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.
- Add Extra Herbs: If you love specific herbs, feel free to add thyme, parsley, or sage for more complexity.
Conclusion
Say goodbye to store-bought bouillon cubes filled with preservatives and hello to this Homemade Chicken Bouillon Mix! It’s a versatile, healthy, and flavorful addition to your kitchen, and it takes mere minutes to make. Whether you’re whipping up a pot of soup or simmering a sauce, this mix will become your new go-to for creating rich, comforting broths with just the right amount of savory flavor. 🌿🍲
Homemade Chicken Bouillon Powder
Ingredients
- 2 cups nutritional yeast
- 1/3 cup salt ***
- 1/4 cup garlic powder
- 1/4 cup onion powder
- 1/4 cup dried basil
- 1/4 cup dried oregano
- 1/4 cup dried rosemary
- 1-2 tablespoons pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until it is a fine powder.
- To make broth: use 1 tbsp bouillon powder per 8 oz hot water
What makes this chicken bouillion?
It is a vegan version of chicken bouillon powder and the nutritional yeast gives it a chicken flavor.
As it says in the beginning of the post, it is a vegan version of chicken bouillon powder and the nutritional yeast gives it a chicken flavor.
What can I use instead of nutritional yeast?