Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with our Chicken and Sausage Gumbo—a heartwarming stew that combines tender chicken, smoky sausage, and fresh okra in a rich, savory roux. This dish brings together the holy trinity of vegetables: onion, bell pepper, and celery, simmered to perfection for a deeply satisfying meal. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this gumbo is a one-pot wonder that delivers comfort with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 pound smoked sausage
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups okra
- Cajun seasoning
- bay leaves
- salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Make the Roux: In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Gradually add flour while stirring continuously for about 20-30 minutes until it turns deep brown.
- Sauté Vegetables: Stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Brown the Meat: Add sliced sausage; cook for 5 minutes until browned then add chicken until no longer pink.
- Build the Gumbo: Mix in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, okra, Cajun seasoning, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves before serving over cooked white rice and garnish with parsley and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg