A flavorful and hearty Cajun-style gumbo made with chicken, sausage, and a variety of vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 250 g andouille sausage
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 celery stalks
- 1000 ml chicken broth
- 500 g chicken thighs
- 400 g diced tomatoes
- 50 g flour
- 4 garlic cloves
- 200 g okra
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 200 g rice
- salt
- 1 tsp thyme
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns a dark brown color to form a roux.
Step 3
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Step 4
Add the chicken thighs and sausage to the pot, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Add the bay leaves, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
Step 6
Reduce the heat and let the gumbo simmer for about 45 minutes.
Step 7
Add the sliced okra and continue to cook for another 15 minutes.
Step 8
Season with salt to taste.
Step 9
Serve hot over cooked rice.