Make vegan chicken bouillon powder at home in minutes. A budget-friendly mix that brings bold, savory flavor to soups, rice, veggies, and casseroles.
This homemade vegan chicken bouillon powder is a flavorful seasoning mix that adds comforting, savory depth to soups, stews, and everyday dishes. Made with simple pantry spices, it’s a quick and budget-friendly alternative to store-bought bouillon cubes — perfect for boosting flavor in all your favorite vegan recipes.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder
- Big flavor boost - adds rich, savory “chicken-style” taste to soups, grains, and sauces without animal products.
- Pantry-friendly ingredients - easy spices and nutritional yeast you likely already have on hand.
- Budget-friendly - homemade vegan bouillon costs much less than store-bought powders or cubes.
- Customizable - adjust the salt, herbs, or spices to suit your taste.
- Quick to make - ready in just 5 minutes and stores well in your pantry.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Nutritional yeast - the main ingredient that creates rich, savory flavor.
- Salt - optional if you use low-sodium or salt-free broth.
- Onion powder - adds savory depth to the mix.
- Turmeric - gives a golden yellow color and mild earthy taste.
- Sugar - a small amount balances flavors and enhances the broth.
- Garlic powder - deepens the savory, broth-like flavor.
- Celery salt - mimics the flavor of chicken stock.
- Dried thyme, oregano, basil, and sage - classic herbs that echo poultry seasoning.
How to Make Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder
- Combine the ingredients: Add all the spices, herbs, and nutritional yeast to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix well: Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
- Store: Transfer the bouillon powder into an airtight jar or container.
- Use: Stir 2–3 teaspoons of the powder into 1 cup of hot water to replace 1 cup of veggie or chicken broth.
Tips for the Best Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder
- Storage: Keep the bouillon powder in an airtight glass jar or sealed container.
- Location: Store in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight.
- Shelf life: The mix stays fresh for about 3–4 months if stored properly.
- Clumping: If the powder starts to clump, just give the jar a good shake before using.
- Customization: Adjust salt or herbs to your taste, or make a salt-free version if you prefer.
Vegan Chicken Bouillon Powder Questions Answered
Yes, you can leave out the salt if you prefer a low-sodium or salt-free version. Just adjust the seasoning in your recipes as needed.
Use about 2–3 teaspoons of vegan chicken bouillon powder for every 1 cup of hot water to replace store-bought broth.
When stored in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, it will stay fresh for up to 6 months.
Yes. It’s a versatile seasoning you can use in many dishes. For example, try it in my Couscous Risotto with Shrimp and Leek (just swap the broth with vegan chicken stock made from this powder to keep it pescatarian). I also use it in my Indian-Style Vegan Curry and Dairy-Free White Sauce Veggie Pasta for an easy flavor boost. Beyond these recipes, it works beautifully in rice, sauces, casseroles, and even roasted vegetables.
This vegan chicken bouillon powder is a quick and budget-friendly way to keep bold flavor on hand for everyday cooking. Beyond soups, it adds depth to grain, sauces, curry, casserole, and even roasted vegetables. With just a few pantry ingredients and 5 minutes, you’ll have a versatile seasoning mix that makes plant-based cooking even more delicious.
PrintVegan Chicken Bouillon Powder
Homemade vegan chicken bouillon powder made with simple pantry spices. Ready in 5 minutes and perfect for soups, grains, sauces, and more.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 cup of bouillon powder 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon salt (you can adjust the amount if you are watching sodium level)
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- ½ tablespoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl.
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Stir until everything is evenly combined.
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Transfer the bouillon powder to an airtight jar or container.
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Use 2–3 teaspoons of the powder for every 1 cup of hot water to make broth.
Notes
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Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
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Shake or stir if the powder starts to clump.
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Use as a substitute for store-bought bouillon cubes or powder.
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Great for soups, rice, sauces, casseroles, and roasted vegetables.
Narae says
I’m so happy I found this!! I won’t be buying anymore veggie stocks. So easy and tasty!!! THANK YOU!!
George says
I"m so happy to hear that! Yay!!
Darlene Kelly says
What is the ratio of the mixture to water to make the broth?
George says
Hi Darlene! I like to use 2 to 3 teaspoons of bouillon powder per 1 cup of water (this makes 1 cup of chicken flavor broth). Thanks for trying this recipe!
k says
Hi, How much powder to make 1 buillion cube?
George says
Hi K, to make one cup of broth, I put about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of powder. But it really depends how much you want 🙂 Hope this helps!
Burness King says
I made this recipe and I am so very satisfied with it. It's almost unbelievable how much it tastes like chicken. I made it without salt and added a teaspoon of nutmeg. Truly amazing taste. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us.
George says
Hello Burness, thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so happy you enjoyed the recipe! Happy Cooking!
Todd Peterson says
Thanks for this recipe! For me, it's a little heavy on the thyme and a little light on the salt (probably because I grew up eating cup-a-soup.) I didn't add the sugar at all and doubled the salt and it was closer to what I like. I think next time I'll double everything except the yeast because I feel like it's a little dull (even if you use the 3tsp per cup ratio.) Again, my rating is based on my personal taste, and I can understand how others would disagree. At the end of the day, it's a great starting point that I'm going to tweak!
George says
Hi Todd,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the recipe! Everyone has their own preferences, and I'm glad you were able to use mine as a base to customize it to your liking.
Michele says
Love love love! I’ve been making this and using it instead of buying broth or the bouillon paste. My husband always comments how much better the broth tastes lately. I make a ton of rice for my work lunches and always cook it with this.
George says
Hi Michele! It makes me so happy to hear that you are enjoying this recipe! Thank you so much for your great review!
Ro says
I make vegetable purée which I freeze but I needed a dry alternative and I’m glad I found your recipe. I’ll definitely make it tomorrow cuz I have all the ingredients. Thank you so much for sharing it.
George says
Thank you so much Ro. I'm so happy to hear that and I really appreciate your rating of the recipe!