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How Long to Cook Chicken Stock (Homemade Bone Broth) in the instant pot

Specification: 2.5 to 3 lb roasted chicken carcasses, wings, and neck bones

Target Temp
Heat Waves
High Pressure (239°F / 115°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
Clock Time
45–60 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
200°F (93°C)
USDA Safe Pull
Release: full natural release (45 min pressure + 20 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Add chicken stock (homemade bone broth) (2.5 to 3 lb roasted chicken carcasses, wings, and neck bones) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 45–60 mins.

2
Pressure Cook

Cook at High Pressure (239°F / 115°C) for 45–60 mins. Use full natural release.

3
Check & Rest

Stock is deep golden, deeply aromatic, and gels firmly upon refrigeration After full natural release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 20 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Instant Brands Broth & Stock Guide & Serious Eats Pressure Cooker Stock

Pro Tip: Always allow a complete natural pressure release; quick releasing boiling stock emulsifies rendered fat into the broth, leaving it cloudy.

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