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Can you freeze Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced?

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Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced: 2-3 months in the freezer.

Use the full storage table below to compare pantry, refrigerator, freezer, and opened-package guidance.

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Safe Storage Table

Storage methodFoodKeeper guidance
PantryPackage use-by date
Bouillon cubes will keep their best quality 1 year. The reconstituted broth lasts 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Pantry after openingNo FoodKeeper time listed
Refrigerator7 days
Refrigerator after opening3-4 days
Refrigerator after thawingNo FoodKeeper time listed
Freezer2-3 months
Package date pantryNo FoodKeeper time listed
Package date refrigeratorNo FoodKeeper time listed
Package date freezerNo FoodKeeper time listed

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper Data. Direct JSON feed: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/shared/data/EN/foodkeeper.json.

FAQ

How long does Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced last?

Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced: 7 days in the fridge.

Can you freeze Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced?

Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced: 2-3 months in the freezer.

What should I do if Chicken broth/stock/consommé, commercially produced looks or smells off?

Discard it. Storage times are guidelines, and USDA FoodKeeper notes can vary by item; when in doubt, throw it out.