does Chicken Broth have Gluten?

Ah, chicken broth! The perfect base for soups, stews, and gravies. It adds flavor to just about anything it touches.

But for those of us with gluten intolerance, the question is: does chicken broth have gluten? Unfortunately, it's not a straight-forward answer.

WHAT IS GLUTEN?

First, let’s talk gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.

does Chicken Broth have gluten?

Homemade chicken broth made from scratch is gluten-free but some store bought brands have hidden sources of gluten from flavorings.

Always check ingredients on chicken broth and if there's "yeast extract made from barley", then it's not 100% gluten-free.

Common Ingredients in Store Bought Chicken Broth

1.

Chicken

2.

Water

3.

Vegetables

4.

Salt

5.

Natural Flavors

6.

Chicken Fat

7.

Spices and Herbs

How to pick a gluten free chicken broth brand

Choose ones that are labeled “gluten-free,” or don’t contain any wheat or barley from flavorings. And be on the look-out for sneaky gluten from yeast!

check out a list of gluten-free chicken broth brands Over on the blog too

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