This homemade vegan chicken bouillon powder tastes like classic chicken bouillon without any chicken. It’s made with nutritional yeast and common pantry spices. It’s shelf stable, easy to mix, and fills one pint jar.
Use it in soups, rice, gravy, stuffing, and stir-fries. You control the salt and skip the fillers and preservatives found in store-bought cubes.
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Why Make Homemade Chicken Flavored Bouillon Instead Of Buying It?
Store-bought bouillon often contains added preservatives and flavor enhancers. Here you know every ingredient including how much salt goes in for any dietary restrictions. There’s no actual chicken in this bouillon, making it a great alternative for vegan and vegetarian use.
Ingredients
For a full list of ingredients, be sure to reference the recipe card below!
- Nutritional Yeast — This is the base. It adds a savory flavor that surprisingly tastes just like chicken.
- Onion and Garlic Powder – a classic pairing that builds the main broth flavor
- Turmeric – This is mainly added for that classic yellow color ditching artificial food coloring entirely
- Thyme, Sage, and Rosemary – These herbs give the poultry-style flavor. Use ground or rubbed herbs, not whole leaves.
What is Nutritional Yeast?
Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast that acts as a deeply savory, low-sodium seasoning. Its general taste is very similar to roast chicken or ramen seasoning. A small two-tablespoon serving provides a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids, alongside a massive boost of vitamin B12 (critical for nerve function and energy production). Making this an excellent protein supplement in vegan and vegetarian diets. It can often be found in health food isles or grocery stores but i usually buy in bulk here because of how often I make this bouillon recipe!
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How to Make Homemade Chicken Bouillon
- Combine All Ingredients
This recipe is simple to follow and fills one pint jar. Simply add all spices to the jar, add the lid and shake to mix well. - Store
Keep in a cool, dark pantry. Always scoop with a dry spoon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there actually any chicken in this bouillon?
No. This is a vegan chicken-style bouillon. Nutritional yeast, herbs, and spices create the chicken flavor.
How Much Bouillon Powder Do I Use?
Use 1/2 tablespoon per 1 cup of hot water for broth. This roughly replaces 1 store-bought bouillon cube. The base recipe is low sodium, so to adjust to taste, simply add more salt while cooking your dish.
How Long Does Homemade Bouillon Powder Last?
Stored in a sealed jar in a cool, dark place, it keeps its best flavor for about 6 months. Keep it dry. Moisture causes clumping and spoilage.
Homemade Chicken Bouillon Recipe Card
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Homemade Chicken Bouillon
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 pint jar
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 3 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp celery seed (or 2 tbsp celery powder)
- 2 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tsp ground white pepper
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground thyme
- 1/2 tsp rubbed sage
- 1/4 tsp ground rosemary
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Whisk until evenly mixed.
- Funnel into a pint jar.
- Seal, shake, and label.
- Store in a cool, dark place.
- Prep Time: 5 Mins
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Grilling, Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian