Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the spirit of Louisiana cuisine. This hearty gumbo features tender chicken thighs, spicy Andouille sausage, and a colorful array of vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or lively gatherings, this recipe promises to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds with its layered flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 8 oz Andouille sausage
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed green and red)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 cup celery
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and dice the bell peppers, onion, celery, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sliced Andouille sausage until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add the sausage back in along with the chicken pieces. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over all ingredients.
- Pour in chicken broth and tomato paste; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice before serving over rice or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For richer flavor, consider using bone-in chicken thighs. Feel free to add okra or swap chicken for shrimp for a different twist on this classic recipe.