PCOS Friendly Herbal Healing Chicken Broth
Bone broth has had a serious moment in wellness circles, and this version earns every bit of the hype. Slow-simmered chicken pieces release collagen and minerals into a deeply golden liquid that feels genuinely nourishing from the first sip. What sets this broth apart is the layered herbal profile ā fresh ginger and turmeric bring anti-inflammatory warmth, while rosemary, thyme, and parsley add an aromatic complexity that store-bought cartons simply can't match. A splash of apple cider vinegar is added early in the process, which helps draw more goodness out of the bones over that long, gentle simmer. For anyone managing hormonal imbalances, finding recipes that are both comforting and intentionally built around supportive ingredients can feel like a win ā and this one delivers on both fronts. The result is a clear, fragrant broth you can sip straight from a mug, use as a base for soups and grains, or freeze in portions for whenever you need it most.
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6 servings
- 3 lb bone-in chicken pieces (backs, necks, wings, or a whole carcass)
- 3 quarts cold water
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced into coins
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh turmeric, sliced into coins (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley (stems and leaves)
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 stalks leek (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise and rinsed (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the chicken pieces in a large stockpot and cover with the cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to medium and skim off any gray foam that rises to the surface during the first 10 minutes, until the liquid runs mostly clear.
- 2
Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, thyme, rosemary, parsley, bay leaves, apple cider vinegar, and leek (if using). Stir to distribute, then reduce the heat to low so the broth maintains a bare, gentle simmer ā small bubbles breaking the surface occasionally, not a rolling boil.
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