How to Boil Chicken

Step 1

Cut the onions into quarters, the carrots, and the celery into large chunks.

Step 2

Place one of the onions, 2 cloves garlic, and half a lemon into the cavity of the chicken.

Step 3

Place chicken into a large pot or dutch oven and add the rest of vegetables, fresh herbs, bay leaves, peppercorns, and salt. Add enough water to cover the chicken.

Step 4

Cover pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat down to low-medium and simmer partially covered for 1 1/2 – 2 hours.

Step 5

Remove chicken and allow to cool before removing the meat from the bones.

Step 6

Strain and reserve the broth for later use.

Step 7

Use chicken meat in sandwiches, salads, wraps or serve as is with a healthy side dish.