Chicken Stock From Concentrate

Chicken stock from concentrate is a concentrated liquid made from chicken bones, meat, and vegetables that have been simmered to create a flavorful broth. The water is then removed, typically through evaporation, to create a more potent, shelf-stable base. This concentrated form is then reconstituted with water by the manufacturer to create the final product.

Manufacturers add chicken stock from concentrate to enhance the savory flavor (umami) of foods. It is often used in soups, sauces, gravies, marinades, and seasoning mixes. Its concentrated nature allows for a more intense chicken flavor with less volume.

Chicken stock from concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is primarily a source of flavor and does not have specific health benefits or risks associated with its typical use in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar ingredients, but no specific health concerns are widely reported at normal consumption levels.