Chicken And Shrimp Gumbo Recipe

Name: Chicken And Shrimp Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium fryer; 1 pkg. frozen okra or 1 can; 2 medium onions, chopped; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 1 can tomatoes; 1/2 c. oil; 2 Tbsp. flour; 2 Tbsp. oil or bacon fat; pinch of sweet basil; 2 cloves minced garlic; salt and red pepper to taste; 1 lb. shrimp, cleaned; green onion tops, chopped; fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 medium fryer
1 pkg. frozen okra or 1 can
2 medium onions, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 can tomatoes
1/2 c. oil
2 Tbsp. flour
2 Tbsp. oil or bacon fat
pinch of sweet basil
2 cloves minced garlic
salt and red pepper to taste
1 lb. shrimp, cleaned
green onion tops, chopped
fresh parsley

1
Stew chicken in about a gallon of water (reserve stock for gumbo); remove from bones.
2
Cook okra (if frozen or fresh), onions, bell pepper and tomatoes in oil slowly for about 30 minutes.
3
Make a roux with 2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons oil.
4
Add roux, vegetables and chicken to hot chicken broth.
5
Add other seasonings and cook slowly for about
6
2 hours.
7
(If using canned okra, add to gumbo after about an hour.)
8
Add shrimp and cook until done.
9
To serve, add fresh onion tops and parsley and serve over rice.

489

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium fryer, 1 pkg. frozen okra or 1 can, 2 medium onions, chopped, 1 bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Shrimp Gumbo falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Shrimp Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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