Simmered Chicken Neck Broth
Simmered Chicken Neck Broth is a clear, savory broth made by slowly cooking chicken necks with aromatics like ginger, scallions, and sometimes herbs. It's a common homemade staple in many East Asian cuisines, prized for extracting rich flavor and collagen from the bony necks.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This broth is very low in carbohydrates and fat, with a modest amount of protein derived from the collagen and meat. A typical serving provides a light calorie count, primarily from protein, and is a good source of minerals like phosphorus and selenium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Selenium | 8 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 95 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
| Collagen/Gelatin | ~2 g (estimated) |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a resourceful way to use a less common cut of poultry to create a flavorful base for soups or a warming drink. Nutritionally, the slow simmering process breaks down collagen into gelatin, which is beneficial for gut and joint health.
