Chicken and Turkey Gumbo Recipe

Name: Chicken and Turkey Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 smoked turkey legs; 1 carrot, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 yellow onions, diced; 2 tablespoons Creole spice mix; 2 pounds smoked chicken sausage, sliced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped; 2 dried bay leaves; 2 cups sliced fresh okra; 1 cup seeded, diced tomato; 1 tablespoon file powder; 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups long-grain rice; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 smoked turkey legs
1 carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 yellow onions, diced
2 tablespoons Creole spice mix
2 pounds smoked chicken sausage, sliced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 dried bay leaves
2 cups sliced fresh okra
1 cup seeded, diced tomato
1 tablespoon file powder
1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups long-grain rice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the smoked turkey stock: Bring the smoked turkey legs, carrot, celery, onions and 1 gallon water to a simmer in a large pot and cook for 3 hours.
2
Strain the stock, pick the turkey meat off of the legs and reserve.
3
You should have about 3 quarts stock.
4
For the gumbo: Melt the butter in a large pot over high heat.
5
Whisk in the flour, reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring constantly so the roux doesn't burn, until chocolate brown, about 15 minutes.
6
Add the onions to the roux and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are caramelized and brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
7
Stir in the Creole spice mix, and then add the smoked chicken sausage, celery, peppers and garlic and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaves and turkey stock and bring to a simmer.
9
Cook the gumbo, stirring occasionally, for about 60 minutes.
10
Add the okra, tomatoes, file powder, hot sauce and picked turkey meat.
11
Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 30 minutes more.
12
For the white rice: Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a saucepan.
13
Stir in the long-grain rice, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook until all of the liquid is absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes.
14
Fluff the rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
15
For serving: Divide the rice among bowls and ladle the gumbo on top.

1406

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 smoked turkey legs, 1 carrot, diced, 1 stalk celery, diced, 1 yellow onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Turkey 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.

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Chicken and Turkey Gumbo

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Variations & substitutions

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