Is Chicken Broth Gluten-Free? Brands to Trust & Avoid

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By Check Gluten Team โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… Published Feb 25, 2026 ยท Last reviewed Apr 2026

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Homemade chicken broth is naturally GF, but many store-bought brands add wheat-based ingredients. Which brands are safe?

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The Short Answer: Most Chicken Broth Is Gluten-Free, But Check


Homemade chicken broth (chicken, water, vegetables, salt) is always GF. Most major store-bought brands are also safe, but some contain wheat-based ingredients like hydrolyzed wheat protein or barley.


Safe Chicken Broth Brands


BrandGF StatusNotes
Swanson (labeled GF)โœ… GFLook for GF label
Pacific Foods Organicโœ… GFCertified GF, organic
Kettle & Fire Bone Brothโœ… GFPremium bone broth
Kitchen Basicsโœ… GFUnsalted option available
College Innโš ๏ธ CheckSome varieties contain wheat

โŒ Watch Out For

  • โ–บBouillon cubes โ€” many contain wheat (Knorr, Maggi) as a filler
  • โ–บCream of chicken soup โ€” usually thickened with wheat flour
  • โ–บFlavored broths โ€” may add soy sauce or wheat
  • โ–บStore-brand broths โ€” always check the label

  • Safe Bouillon Alternatives


  • โ–บHerb-Ox GF Bouillon โ€” certified GF cubes
  • โ–บBetter Than Bouillon (many GF) โ€” paste form, great flavor
  • โ–บOrrington Farms GF Broth โ€” powder form

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    The Bottom Line


    Most major brand chicken broth is GF, but always check the label. Avoid bouillon cubes unless certified GF. Pacific Foods and Swanson (GF-labeled) are the safest picks. Scan any broth with Check Gluten.


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