The Best Homemade Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder
Kathy Moulding
The Best Homemade Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder is a simple, shelf-stable pantry staple made with real vegetables, herbs, and spices—no artificial flavors, fillers, or preservatives. This easy homemade bouillon delivers rich, savory “chicken-style” flavor that’s perfect for soups, stews, rice, gravies, and everyday cooking. Made in minutes using common ingredients, this vegan bouillon powder is budget-friendly, customizable to your taste, and a great way to control the sodium and quality of what goes into your meals. Keep a jar on hand for quick, flavorful meals made from scratch—just the way we like it at the farmstead.
- 1 cup nutritional yeast adds a flavor profile that is a rich, umami flavor
- 1 tablespoons sea or kosher salt or less, if you prefer a lower-sodium version
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric for color and extra health benefits
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Gather and Measure Ingredients - Start by measuring out all of your spices and seasonings. Having everything prepped and ready makes the process seamless.
Blend Everything -Combine all dry ingredients using a high-speed blender, a food processor, or a spice grinder. Blend until everything turns into a fine powder. This helps ensure that all the flavors mix evenly.
Store in an Airtight Container - Transfer your homemade seasoning mix into an airtight, wide-mouth jar (such as a mason jar) or spice container. These are my favorites. Store it in a cool, dry place like your spice cabinet or pantry. To ensure freshness and eliminate any moisture, put an oxygen absorber in the jar and use a vacuum sealer for jars to seal the jar. Always test the lid to make sure you have a sealed jar.
Use as Needed- To use your homemade chicken bouillon powder, dissolve 1 Tablespoon of the mixture in 1 cup of hot water to create a flavorful broth. Use this as a chicken broth substitute for any recipe that calls for chicken broth. You can also sprinkle it directly into recipes for added depth and richness.