Chicken Stock vs Water
A side-by-side guide to substituting Water for Chicken Stock (or vice versa).
Water works as a 1:1 swap for Chicken Stock in most recipes.
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Water
Conversion: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount)
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Notes: Water works in a pinch but lacks the savory depth of stock. Consider adding salt and a bouillon cube or extra seasonings to compensate for lost flavor.
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Water works in a pinch but lacks the savory depth of stock. Consider adding salt and a bouillon cube or extra seasonings to compensate for lost flavor. The conversion is 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
Common questions
Yes — Water works in a pinch but lacks the savory depth of stock. Consider adding salt and a bouillon cube or extra seasonings to compensate for lost flavor. Ratio: 1:1 substitution (use the same amount).
1:1 substitution (use the same amount). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Water works in a pinch but lacks the savory depth of stock..
Water is one of the options SubSwap lists for Chicken Stock. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Chicken Stock substitutes.
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