Knorr Premium Roasted Chicken Base — Chef-Trusted Stock for Elevated Home Dining
Knorr Premium Roasted Chicken Base — Chef-Trusted Stock for Elevated Home Dining
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Why you'll love it
- One 11 oz jar yields 52 cups of stock, replacing bulky cartons and cans
- Paste format eliminates the measuring, unwrapping, and crumbling of bouillon cubes
- Real oven-roasted chicken delivers deeper, more authentic flavor than salt-heavy cubes
- Compact jar fits on a fridge door or tiny pantry shelf, ideal for small kitchens
- Trusted by professional chefs, giving home cooks confidence in consistent results
- Quick-dissolve formula prevents clumps and speeds up cooking
- Aroma is mouth-watering and smells divine when opening the jar
- Tastes like real roasted chicken broth
- Bold and wonderful flavor compared to powdered chicken stock
- Holds up well when refrigerated
- Shelf life about a month after opening when refrigerated
- Good container size
- Decent value for the money
- Makes soup process much shorter than making stock the usual way
- Adds flavor that makes simple soup taste like it took hours to prepare
Perfect for
- Quick weeknight soup base without simmering stock for hours
- Flavor-boosting marinade for chicken, pork, or vegetables
- Seasoning rice, quinoa, and grain dishes in one spoonful
- Pantry substitute for canned or boxed chicken broth
- Gravy and pan-sauce enhancer for roasted meats and vegetables
- Making gravy without chicken using just two teaspoons, two cups of water, low-sodium soy sauce, and cornstarch
- Flavoring rice in a small rice cooker by scooping a tablespoon or two
- Steaming rice
- Making ramen in a microwave ramen cooker
- Snack use - making a small portion of flavored rice as a snack
- Replacing salt in casseroles, soup, pasta, or rice
- Drinking as broth on its own
- Flavoring stuffing
Product Information
Versatile Culinary Applications - Perfect for soups, marinades, roasted vegetables, gravies, rice dishes, and any recipe requiring rich chicken flavor. Authentic Real Chicken Flavor - Made from genuine oven-roasted chicken for deep, savory taste that brings restaurant-quality flavor to home cooking, whether you're using to make broth, as a marinade, or just a flavor enhancer. Knorr Flavor Base is incredibly easy to use - 1 teaspoon measurement equals 1 bouillon cube or 1 cup of stock, making portion control effortless. Maximum Value & Convenience - One 11oz jar creates 52 cups of rich chicken stock, providing exceptional value and taking up minimal pantry and fridge space. Advanced flavor base technology dissolves quickly & delivers more intense flavor to soups, marinades, and all savory dishes. Professional-Grade Results - Knorr is trusted by chefs and home cooks alike for consistent, full-bodied chicken flavor in every dish
Package Dimensions : 3.03 x 2.68 x 2.64 inches; 12.31 ounces UPC : 048001017924 Manufacturer : Unilever Units : 11.0 Ounce Best Sellers Rank: #3,728 in Grocery & Gourmet Food
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the flavor genuinely restaurant-quality or just another bouillon product?
It is genuinely premium. Knorr uses real oven-roasted chicken rather than just salt and powdered seasoning, which gives the stock a deeper, more authentic roasted flavor that holds up in chef-driven recipes.
Do professional chefs actually cook with this base?
Yes. Knorr flavor bases are widely used in professional kitchens, which is why home cooks trust the same product for entertaining and elevated home cooking.
Is this a good gift for someone who loves to cook and entertain?
Yes. The 11 oz jar has a premium, gift-ready presentation, pairs well with a cookbook or specialty oil, and suits anyone who wants restaurant-style results at home.
Does the roasted variety offer a more sophisticated flavor than regular chicken base?
Yes. The roasted version delivers a deeper, caramelized chicken flavor that mimics long-simmered stock, which is ideal for elegant gravies, pan sauces, and dinner-party entrées.
Can I use it to elevate a dinner-party entrée without making stock from scratch?
Absolutely. A spoonful whisked into a pan sauce, risotto, or reduction adds the slow-roasted depth that guests associate with fine dining, even on a weeknight timeline.
Does the aroma match the quality of high-end cooking?
Yes. Opening the jar releases a rich, mouth-watering roasted chicken aroma that sets a refined tone before you even start cooking.
Is the jar presentation suitable for gifting as-is?
Yes. The compact, well-designed jar looks polished on a countertop or pantry shelf, and pairs easily into a curated gift basket with other premium pantry items.
Can this base replace homemade stock in a serious recipe?
Yes. Because it is made from real oven-roasted chicken and dissolves into a clean stock, it performs reliably in refined recipes like consommés, pan sauces, and braises.
Is the set with both regular and roasted varieties worth it for a home chef?
Yes. The set gives you a milder everyday chicken base plus a deeper roasted version, which is ideal for entertaining menus that call for layered chicken flavors.
Does the flavor hold up in a pan sauce for an elegant dinner?
Yes. The concentrated roasted flavor reduces beautifully into pan sauces and gravies, giving them a rich, restaurant-style finish without extra fond-building steps.
Will the bold flavor let me serve simple dishes that still taste impressive?
Yes. Roasted chicken stock is one of the fastest ways to make a plain grain, soup, or roast taste layered and intentional, which is exactly the impression you want when entertaining.
Is this considered a premium pantry staple among serious home cooks?
Yes. Knorr Premium bases are a long-trusted staple in both professional and enthusiast home kitchens, valued for consistent, high-quality flavor.
Does the jar size feel appropriately upscale for a gift?
Yes. The 11 oz size is generous without being bulky, and the format feels more curated than a generic carton of broth, which makes it gift-appropriate.
Can I use it to deepen the flavor of an herb-roasted chicken for guests?
Yes. Stir a spoonful into pan drippings with a splash of wine or stock to build a glossy, restaurant-style gravy that complements an herb-roasted bird.
Is the packaging worthy of a high-end kitchen display?
Yes. The jar is compact, clean, and well-labeled, which lets it sit comfortably in a styled open pantry or on a chef's prep station.
Will it convince an aspiring home chef that they can cook like a pro?
Yes. Using the same flavor base trusted by professional chefs gives home cooks confidence that their soups, sauces, and entrées will taste the way they are supposed to.
How do I make a quick cup of chicken stock from the jar?
Stir one teaspoon of the paste into one cup of hot water until fully dissolved, and you have a cup of stock ready for soup, gravy, rice, or sauces.
How do I make a simple gravy without chicken using this base?
Whisk two teaspoons of the paste into two cups of water in a saucepan, add a splash of low-sodium soy sauce, and thicken with a cornstarch slurry cooked over low heat until glossy.
How do I flavor rice in a small rice cooker with this base?
Add one to two tablespoons of the paste directly to the rice and water in your rice cooker before starting it, then cook as usual for evenly seasoned grains.
Can I use this in a microwave ramen cooker?
Yes. Stir one teaspoon into the hot water and noodles in your microwave ramen cooker for instant roasted chicken ramen without a separate pot.
Does it work in recipes that call for canned or boxed chicken broth?
Yes. Use one teaspoon of the paste plus one cup of water for every cup of broth called for in the recipe, and proceed as written.
What is in the jar and what do I need to buy separately?
The jar contains the concentrated roasted chicken flavor base; you add water, and any additional recipe ingredients like vegetables, grains, meat, or thickeners are purchased separately.
Is the product safe to consume, and are there allergens I should know about?
The base is a standard food product used in home and professional kitchens; check the printed ingredient label on the jar for the most current allergen and nutritional information.
How should I store the jar before and after opening?
Store the sealed jar in a cool, dry pantry at room temperature, and after opening, keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator, where it stays good for about a month.
What is the difference between chicken stock, chicken broth, and this chicken base?
Chicken stock is typically simmered from bones for a richer body, chicken broth is simmered from meat for a lighter flavor, and this base is a concentrated paste that you rehydrate with water to produce stock or broth on demand with consistent flavor.
