Chicken And Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Chicken and sausage gumbo is a classic Louisiana comfort food. It’s a warm stew of meat, veggies, and a rich broth. It is flavored with bold Cajun flavors like paprika, black pepper, bay leaves, and cayenne pepper. Gumbo is a great dinner to warm you up on chilly winter nights.This easy gumbo recipe is so easy to make and comes together quickly on a busy weeknight. Simply slice and prepare the meat and vegetables then season it. It is a warm and comforting dinner that everyone loves. Grab your large pot and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients for Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Chicken and sausage gumbo is an unforgettable dinner! Loads of flavor, bites of sliced vegetables, thick pieces of meat, and all the flavorful spices and seasoning make this gumbo just right. It really is a delicious dinner that is simple to make and comes together with minimum ingredients.

Vegetables – This chicken and sausage gumbo starts off with sautéed bell pepper, onions, celery, and garlic. Later, you add tomatoes and green chiles. Then, a few minutes before serving, you add sliced okra to finish off the dish! Meat – For this recipe, we use smoked andouille sausage and shredded rotisserie chicken. Chicken thighs will also work too! Broth – We use a medium roux, made with butter and flour, for the base of this broth. Then, we add chicken broth or chicken stock. Spices – This recipe gets its bold flavor from bay leaves, cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Rice – We like to serve this gumbo over a bed of white rice.

How to Make the Best Gumbo

Make this classic chicken and sausage gumbo recipe for a delicious and filling dinner this week! It is full of flavor, slices of meat, and all the rice you love. It is the perfect combination!

Variations of Easy Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

This chicken and sausage gumbo can be changed up a million different ways, depending on your tastes and preferences. Follow the recipe as directed below for a spicy flavor and all the meats! But you can experiment with spices and other ingredients to make it exactly how you and your family like it.

Protein – Feel free to omit one or more of the meats. Use smoked sausage only, chicken only, or go vegetarian! Alternatively, go all out and add crab meat, shrimp, or lobster for more of a seafood gumbo. Tomatoes or no tomatoes – Some may argue that tomatoes do not belong in gumbo while others love the added flavor of tomatoes. I really think there is no wrong way. Personally, I am not the biggest fan of okra, so it is something I usually leave out. Make it according to your tastes, be creative, and you won’t be disappointed. Oil – If needed, vegetable oil or canola oil also works well with this chicken and sausage gumbo recipe. Seasonings – In addition to the natural flavors of the ingredients, you can play with the seasonings by adding black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili pepper, thyme, paprika, liquid smoke, chopped parsley, and more garlic. Added heat – Play with the spice in this recipe by adding extra Cajun spice or cayenne. You can also adjust it after serving by adding hot sauce to your bowl.

Preparing the Roux

Storing the Perfect Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Place the leftover sausage and chicken gumbo in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for four to five days. If freezing the homemade gumbo, place the sausage and chicken gumbo in a ziplock bag laid flat in the freezer. When ready to reheat place the thawed gumbo on the stovetop or in the microwave until it is heated through.

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If you are ready to celebrate Mardi Gras or have a Southern dinner prepared, these recipes are for you! Make dinner and dessert with all the classic Mardi Gras recipes. They are full of flavor and so easy to make!