Description
Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a soulful stew that brings the vibrant flavors of Louisiana to your kitchen. This hearty dish features tender chicken, smoky sausage, and a colorful medley of vegetables simmered in a rich, spiced broth, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this gumbo is sure to delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lb Andouille sausage (or kielbasa)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if preferred)
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add oil. Sauté chopped onion, bell peppers, and celery for about five minutes until softened.
- Push vegetables aside and add chicken thighs and sliced sausage; brown until golden on all sides.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a simmer while scraping up brown bits from the bottom.
- Add bay leaves and simmer uncovered for at least thirty minutes to meld flavors.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Ladle gumbo over rice or serve alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg