Cajun Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 lb.) chicken; 2 c. chopped onions; 1 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 gal. hot water (approximately); file to taste; 1 c. oil; 4 cloves chopped garlic; 1/2 c. chopped green onions and parsley; salt; pepper; cayenne

Servings: persons

1 (4 lb.) chicken
2 c. chopped onions
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 gal. hot water (approximately)
file to taste
1 c. oil
4 cloves chopped garlic
1/2 c. chopped green onions and parsley
salt
pepper
cayenne

1
Cut up chicken and season with salt, pepper and cayenne. Brown chicken in 1/4 cup oil over medium heat until golden brown. Discard oil.
2
Heat 1 cup oil until warm; add 1 cup flour.
3
Stir constantly until a rich brown (not burnt).
4
This makes the roux, which is basis for Cajun cooking.
5
Add onions and garlic; heat until wilted.
6
Add chicken and hot water and cook in an uncovered pot over low to medium heat until chicken is tender.
7
Five minutes prior to serving, add chopped green onions and parsley.
8
Add a dash of file before serving.
9
Serve with rice.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 lb.) chicken, 2 c. chopped onions, 1 c. all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 gal. hot water (approximately), and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken Gumbo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cajun Chicken Gumbo

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